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 FOREWORD
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) prohibits employees under And, most important, a qualified person experienced in forklift truck operation should
the age 18 years old from operating forklift trucks, and is now mandating operator train- guide new operators through several driving and load handling operations before they
ing for all forklift truck operators. attempt to operate the forklift truck on their own.
SAFE and EFFICIENT OPERATION of a forklift truck depends to a great extent on the It is the responsibility of the employer to make sure the operator can see, hear and has
skill and alertness of the operator. To develop the skill, the operator should: the physical and mental ability to operate the forklift truck safely.
1. Read and understand the working capabilities and limitations of the forklift truck. This manual contains information necessary for the operation and “do-it-yourself”
2. Read and understand the make-up of a forklift truck. maintenance of standard forklift trucks. Optional equipment is sometimes installed; it
3. Read and understand the safe driving and load handling procedures contained in can change some operating characteristics described in this manual. Before operating
this manual. such a forklift truck, make sure the necessary instructions are available and understood.
Forklift truck operator training is provided through your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer.
They will be glad to help you and answer any questions you may have about operating
your new forklift truck. Forklift trucks are NOT intended for use on public roads.

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 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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important and critical instructions.
Be sure to read these precautionary
instructions and all safety related
!
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
decals installed on your truck
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
before you operate it.
symbol to avoid serious injury or death.

Indicates an imminently hazardous

! DANGER
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
! WARNING tion which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
!
tion which, if not avoided, may result in
CAUTION minor or moderate injury, or damage to
your machine.
C AU
MCFE B.V. cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a !
potential hazard. The warnings in this publication and on the product are therefore
not all inclusive. If a tool, procedure, work method or operating technique not
ING
specifically recommended by MCFE is used, you must satisfy yourself that it RN
WA
does not pose a safety hazard to yourself and others. You should also ensure the !
product will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation, lubrication, main-
tenance or repair procedures you choose.
All information, specifications, and illustrations in this manual are based on the 104366
latest data available at the time of publication. The specifications, torques,
pressures, measurements, adjustments, illustrations, and other items can change at
any time. These changes can affect the service given to the product. Obtain the
most complete and current information from your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer before starting any job. Additional manuals are available from your
Mitsubishi forklift truck dealers.
Directional terms:
The directions “left,” “right,” “front” and “rear” are given from the viewpoint of
the operator facing forward.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FC ............................................................................................. Fingertip Control MC .............................................................................................. Manual Control

SAFETY RULES FOR FORKLIFT TRUCK OPERATORS

In General........................................................................................................ 1 Operation on Grades ....................................................................................... 16
Warning Decals ............................................................................................... 2 Steering (Turning) Precautions ....................................................................... 17
General Precautions ........................................................................................ 6 Working Precautions ....................................................................................... 18
Before Operating Forklift Truck ..................................................................... 10 Stopping/Parking Precautions ......................................................................... 23
Operating Precautions ..................................................................................... 13

KNOW YOUR FORKLIFT TRUCK

Model View..................................................................................................... 24 Seat Belt .......................................................................................................... 51
Major Electrical Components ......................................................................... 27 Fork Locking Pins........................................................................................... 53
Lift, Tilt and Attachment Control System (FC Model) .................................. 31 Changing Forks ............................................................................................... 53
Operating Controls (MC Model) .................................................................... 34 Safety Equipment............................................................................................ 53
Operating Controls (FC Model)...................................................................... 37 Additional Warning Device ............................................................................ 53
Console Box (Instrument Panel)..................................................................... 42 Drawbar Pin .................................................................................................... 54
Auto-Light Switch for PAC ............................................................................ 44 Assist Grip and Foot Step ............................................................................... 54
Central Vehicle Monitoring System................................................................ 45 Battery Cover .................................................................................................. 55
Operator’s Seat................................................................................................ 49 Hydraulic Tank Oil Level/Filler Hole............................................................. 56

HOW TO AVOID A TIPOVER; HOW TO SURVIVE ONE

Know What Forklift Truck Stability Is........................................................... 57 Rated Capacity (Weight and Load Center)..................................................... 58
Center of Gravity (CG) ................................................................................... 57 Capacity Chart ................................................................................................ 59
Stability and Center of Gravity....................................................................... 57 Do’s and Don’ts to Avoid Tipover .................................................................. 60
Forklift Truck Stability Base........................................................................... 58 How to Survive in a Tipover........................................................................... 63

OPERATION
New Forklift Truck Break-In .......................................................................... 64 Stopping Forklift Truck................................................................................... 70
Before Starting ................................................................................................ 64 Parking Forklift Truck (After Stopping)......................................................... 71
Before Operating Forklift Truck ..................................................................... 67 Leaving Forklift Truck (FC Model)................................................................ 72
Forklift Truck Operation ................................................................................. 67

OPERATING TECHNIQUES
Stacking Methods............................................................................................ 73 Inching Into and Lifting the Load................................................................... 79
Handling Loads Safely.................................................................................... 74 Traveling with the Load.................................................................................. 80
Correct Operating Steps and Flickering/Flashing........................................... 75 Unloading........................................................................................................ 81
Incorrect Operating Steps ............................................................................... 76 Working on Grades ......................................................................................... 83

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STORING THE FORKLIFT TRUCK

End of Each Shift Storage............................................................................... 85 Long Term Storage.......................................................................................... 85

SPECIAL SITUATIONS
Care in Cold Weather...................................................................................... 86 Care in Hot Weather........................................................................................ 86

TRANSPORTATION HINTS
Forklift Truck Shipping .................................................................................. 87 Machine Lifting and Tiedown Information .................................................... 87

TROUBLESHOOTING
If the Truck Shuts Down Suddenly ............................................................... 88 If Error Code Light Flickers or Flashes and
If the Steering Motor or Cooling Fan Stops for PAC..................................... 88 the Forklift Truck Stops Moving .................................................................. 90
If Central Vehicle Monitoring System Does Not Come On .......................... 89 The Mast and Attachments Malfunctions (FC Model)................................... 91
If Light Bulbs Burn Out.................................................................................. 89 Changing a Tire............................................................................................... 92
Error Codes and Explanations ........................................................................ 95

MAINTENANCE
General ............................................................................................................ 97 Every 50 Service Hours or Weekly, Whichever Comes First......................... 113
Inspection Precautions .................................................................................... 98 One Month After Delivery of a New Truck ................................................... 114
Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................... 99 Lubrication and Maintenance Chart ............................................................... 116
Daily (Pre-Start) Inspection ............................................................................ 101 Parts to be Changed Periodically.................................................................... 119

SERVICE DATA
Measurements and Refill Capacities – Approximate (Standard Models) ...... 121 Rated Capacities and Vehicle Weights for PAC ............................................. 122
Rated Capacities and Vehicle Weights (Standard Models)............................. 121 Recommended Lubricants and Brake Fluid ...................................................123
Measurements and Refill Capacities – Approximate for PAC ....................... 122

TO THE FORKLIFT TRUCK OWNER

The Importance of Genuine Parts ................................................................... 124 Service Registration ........................................................................................126
Instructions for Ordering Parts ....................................................................... 125

APPENDIX
Appendix ......................................................................................................... 127

INDEX
Index................................................................................................................ 133

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◆ In General

The safety rules and regulations in this section are Continuing improvement and advancement of
representative of some, but not all rules and regula- product design may have caused changes to your
tions that apply to forklift trucks. Rules are forklift truck which are not included in this publica-
paraphrased without representation they have been tion. Whenever a question arises regarding your
reproduced verbatim. forklift truck, or this publication, please consult
Your forklift truck was manufactured in accordance your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer for the latest
with EN1726-1(CEN), the National Fire Protection available information.
Association No. 505 (NFPA), An American All forklift truck users should be familiar with their
National Standard, Industrial Truck Standards Local, Regional, and National regulations.
Development Foundation (ANSI/ ITSDF B56.1), You should also be familiar with areas of use of
Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks. different types of forklift trucks as specified in the
Operate this forklift truck in accordance with local National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 505.
regulations.
The most effective way of reducing the risk of
serious injuries, or even death, to you and others, is
for you to know how to operate the truck properly.
Drive alertly and avoid maneuvers or conditions
that can cause accidents. Be professional.
Do not operate a forklift truck if it is in need of
maintenance, repair or appears to be unsafe in any
way. Report all unsafe conditions immediately to
your supervisor and contact your authorized
Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer. Do not attempt any
adjustments or repairs unless you are trained and
authorized to do so.

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◆ Warning Decals

There are several specific warning decals on your Be sure you can read all warning and instruction You must replace a decal if it is damaged, missing
forklift truck. Their exact location and description decals. If you cannot, clean or replace them. Use a or cannot be read. If a decal is on a part that is
of the potential hazard are reviewed in this section. cloth and soap and water to clean them. replaced, make sure a new decal is placed on the
Please take the time to familiarize yourself with new part. Contact your Mitsubishi forklift truck
these decals. dealer for new decals.

1 ton models
With Overhead
Guard decal
Hoist Point decal

Fasten Seat
Belt decal

Pinch Point decal

No One Under
Forks decal

No One On
Forks decal

With Backrest
Extension decal

Parking Brake Adjustment decal

104567

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1 ton models

FC model
High Voltage
Warning decal
(On the Controller)

Rated Capacity Chart

Name Plate

No Riders
Warning decal

MC model

Forward

Read Operator’s
Manual decal

104568

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There are several specific warning decals on your Be sure you can read all warning and instruction You must replace a decal if it is damaged, missing
forklift truck. Their exact location and description decals. If you cannot, clean or replace them. Use a or cannot be read. If a decal is on a part that is
of the potential hazard are reviewed in this section. cloth and soap and water to clean them. replaced, make sure a new decal is placed on the
Please take the time to familiarize yourself with new part. Contact your Mitsubishi forklift truck
these decals. dealer for new decals.

2 and 3 ton models

With Overhead
Guard decal
Hoist Point decal

Fasten Seat
Belt decal

Pinch Point
decal
No One Under
Forks decal

No Riders
Warning decal
No One On
Forks decal

With Backrest
Extension decal

Rated Capacity Chart

Name Plate
Parking Brake
Adjustment decal 104564

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2 and 3 ton models

FB20K to 35K

High Voltage
Warning decal
(On the controller)

FC model

Read Operator’s
Forward Manual decal

MC model

FB20K to 35K PAC

High Voltage
Warning decal
(On the controller)

104565

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◆ General Precautions

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

You may need:

• Safety goggles.
• Ear protectors.
• Hard cap.

CERTIFICATE

100605
100870

Authorized, trained operator only! Be alert!

DO NOT operate this truck unless you have been Know how to use a first aid kit and a fire extin-
trained and authorized to do so. Read all warnings guisher — and where to get prompt assistance.
and instructions in the operator’s manual and on
this truck. An Operation & Maintenance Manual is
supplied with this truck or available from your
Mitsubishi forklift truck dealers. ! WARNING

Safety shoes

100604A

101855
Dress properly for the job!
DO NOT wear loose clothing or accessories — Fire hazards!
flapping cuffs, dangling chains, neck ties, scarves, Always charge battery in a well ventilated area. DO
or rings — that can catch in moving parts. NOT smoke near battery. DO NOT allow sparks or
open flame near battery.

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SAFETY RULES FOR FORKLIFT TRUCK OPERATORS

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100607A 100610A 101877A

Know your forklift truck! Know all signals and traffic rules! Inspect your forklift truck prior to operation!
Read and understand the operating, inspection and Know who is responsible for signaling. Learn to tell At the beginning of each shift, fill out a daily
maintenance instructions in the OPERATION & at a glance what the signal means, and what action inspection sheet. Check for maintenance problems
MAINTENANCE MANUAL. you should take. and have repairs made before you operate the truck.
Know the capabilities of your forklift truck and Give special attention to tires, rims, horns, battery,
equipment. Become thoroughly familiar with all controller, light and tilt systems including forks or
controls, indicators and instruments. attachments, chains, cable and limit switches,
Know the location, activation and use of protective ! WARNING brakes, steering mechanism, hydraulic hoses and
devices. Work slowly until accustomed to the equip- guards.
ment.

102520A

Always stay healthy on the job!

Be healthy and NEVER operate the truck under the
influence of drugs or alcohol that may impair your
ability to properly operate the truck.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

102522C 100818A 100817A

Know your forklift truck is safe! Handle battery carefully! Battery gas is highly flammable!
DO NOT operate any forklift truck that is not safe – Battery acid will burn skin, eat holes in clothing Keep fire away from the top of open battery cells.
to operate. and cause blindness if splashed into eyes. COMBUSTIBLE GAS is always present.
– If you spill acid on yourself, flush skin immedi-
ately with lots of water. Apply baking soda to
help neutralize the acid.
– If acid gets in your eyes, flush them immediate-
ly with large amounts of water and see a doctor ! WARNING
at once.

104420

Service electrical system safely!

– Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position.
– Disconnect the battery plug.

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SAFETY RULES FOR FORKLIFT TRUCK OPERATORS 9

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

DO

ER T
NO

E
AT
OP

101879A 101006 103039

DO NOT operate an unsafe forklift truck! Unauthorized addition or modification prohibit- DO NOT remove the overhead guard!
Inspect a forklift truck before you operate it to be ed! The overhead guard is intended to protect the fork-
sure it is properly maintained and in good working DO NOT add to or modify the forklift truck unless lift truck operator from overhead obstructions and
order. authorized in writing by the manufacturer to do so. falling objects.
Any change to the forklift truck could cause serious DO NOT operate the truck without the overhead
injury or property damage. guard, unless conditions prevent use of a guard. Use
special care if operation without overhead guard is
! WARNING required.

102805

Keep the operator’s compartment clean!

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◆ Before Operating Forklift Truck

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100998 101005A 101023A

DO avoid slippery surfaces! Operate only in approved areas! Always check overhead clearance!
Sand, gravel, ice or mud can cause a tipover. If Certain areas such as those containing hazardous Serious accidents may be caused by the mast and
unavoidable, slow down. flammable gases, liquid or other combustibles, overhead guard hitting pipes, beams or other over-
Avoid traveling in the rain! should be avoided. head obstruction. Watch out for power lines.
Avoid traveling in the rain to keep electrical parts
from being damaged. Make sure the ground is dry.
Wait until the rain stops to travel.
! WARNING ! WARNING

101027 101025

Always be aware of floor capacity! Stay within the confines of the truck!
Make sure the floor will support the weight of the Keep your arms and legs inside the operator’s com-
loaded forklift truck. partment.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100635 101511 101872A

Use lights in dark, dim areas! Check fork locking pins for engagement! Be sure the assist grip is properly tightened!
Even with lights on, DO NOT assume people see If the fork locking pins are not properly engaged, Face the forklift truck when mounting and
you and will move out of your way. the forks may shift and cause off-centered or unsta- dismounting.
ble loads. Maintain a three point contact (one foot and two
hands) with the floor and handholds.
Never get on or off a moving forklift truck.
! WARNING ! DANGER Never jump on or off the forklift truck.
DO NOT use the controls or steering wheel as hand-
holds when entering or leaving the operator’s
compartment.

102146 103695

Check work areas for high risk! Fasten the seat belt properly!
When working on docks, ramps, platforms and If you DO NOT, it may not restrain you in an
other high risk areas, use adequate blocks to reduce accident.
the risk of the forklift truck from falling off.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

– Adjust the steering wheel before opera-

tion!
– Never adjust the steering wheel while the
20%
forklift truck is in motion. Serious injury
60% may occur from accidents caused by
20%
failure to follow this precaution.

101035
102518A

Avoid off-center loading! Position controls correctly for starting!

Set the forks as far apart as possible for maximum Make sure the direction lever is in the NEUTRAL
support of the pallet or load. A too small fork spread position and the parking brake lever is set properly.
can cause instability of the load.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101114C 101526 101013A

Adjust seat before operation! Stay under the overhead guard! Move forklift truck safely!
DO NOT adjust the seat while the forklift truck is in DO NOT hold on the overhead guard. Sound the horn and be sure no people or objects are
motion. This could cause serious injury. in your path before moving.

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◆ Operating Precautions

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101014B 101015 101022C

Make sure your forklift truck is in safe operating DO NOT allow any riders! Obey all traffic rules and warning signs!
condition! DO NOT allow anyone to ride on the forks, or any Drive carefully, observe traffic rules and be in full
Test the brakes while moving slowly in a safe area. other part of the forklift truck — at any time. control of the forklift truck at all times.
Make sure the mast moves up and down smoothly. Operate the truck only from the designated operat- Use special care when traveling without a load as
ing position. Never place any part of your body into the risk of overturning is greater.
the mast structure, between the mast and the truck,
or outside the truck. DO NOT carry passengers.
! WARNING

102148

DO NOT allow anyone to hold loads!

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100626A 101019A 101017A

If you cannot see where you are going, DO NOT DO NOT engage in stunt driving or horseplay! Always look in the direction of travel!
MOVE! Stunt driving or horseplay is hazardous for both the Always be aware of people near your forklift truck.
Travel slowly around corners. Sound the horn at forklift truck operator and fellow workers. DO NOT proceed until they are aware of you.
cross aisles and other areas where you cannot see Travel with the load or lifting mechanism as low as
clearly or where visibility is restricted. possible and tilt back. Always look in the direction
Observe applicable traffic regulations. Yield right of of travel. Keep a clear view, and when load inter-
way to pedestrians. Slow down and sound horn at feres with visibility, travel with the load or lifting
cross aisles and wherever vision is obstructed. ! WARNING mechanism trailing (except when climbing ramps).

101016

DO NOT pass another truck!

DO NOT pass another forklift truck traveling in the
same direction at intersections, blind spots or at
other dangerous areas.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

Tilt Back

15 to 20 cm
(6 to 8 in.)

101424A 101021A 100662

Prepare to operate the forklift truck properly! Travel in reverse if forward visibility is blocked! Be aware of the stability of an empty forklift
1. Pull the lift control lever to raise the forks to a For better visibility with large loads, travel in truck!
safe carrying height of 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in.) reverse, but always keep a lookout in the direction An empty forklift truck will tip over more easily
from the floor. of travel. than a loaded one in a lowered position.
2. Pull the tilt control lever to tilt the mast.

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◆ Operation on Grades

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

102519A 101029A 101026A

Be particularly careful when driving up or down Travel safely on grades with an empty forklift Travel safely on grades with a loaded forklift
a steep slope! truck! truck!
Use extreme care to reduce the risk of the tips of Keep the counterweight upgrade when traveling up Keep the load upgrade to maintain control when
forks or the bottom of pallet from touching the floor. or down a grade with an empty truck. traveling up or down a grade with a heavily loaded
truck.

! WARNING ! WARNING

102149B 102525A

Slow down near the top of slope! Start forklift truck upgrade carefully!
When traveling up a grade, reduce speed near the When starting the forklift truck upgrade, be sure to
top of grade where your view is blocked. use the parking brake.

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◆ Steering (Turning) Precautions

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100667 a Car Forklift Truck 100745 101068

DO NOT turn on a ramp or grade! A forklift truck is not a car! Be aware of tail swing!
Turning on ramps or grades can cause a forklift A forklift truck is different from most other vehicles Always make sure the tail swing area is clear before
truck, loaded or unloaded, to tip over. because it is steered by the rear wheels. This causes turning, to avoid injury to pedestrians.
Use special care when operating on ramp, travel an exaggerated tail swing.
slowly, and do not angle or turn. When the truck is
loaded, travel with the load uphill. When the truck
is empty, travel with the lifting mechanism down-
hill. ! WARNING ! WARNING

100746 101002

Make a turn carefully! Always be alert for tipovers!

1. When working in close quarters, drive more Turning sharply with a raised load, even at a slow
slowly when making turns. speed, may result in a tipover. Realize that the over-
2. Start the turn as close to the inside corner as the head guard is not designed to provide total protec-
tail swing will permit. tion in the event of a tipover.

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◆ Working Precautions

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101067 101037 102524B

Avoid turning at fast speed! DO NOT allow anyone to walk or stand under DO NOT allow any riders!
Turning at high speeds, with or without a load, can raised forks! DO NOT permit riders on the forks or pallets.
also cause a tipover.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101066 102521A 101041A

Always be alert for tipover! Stay clear of pinch points! Handle only stable loads!
Turning with the forks elevated, with or without a Keep all parts of your body away from moving parts If a load is unstable, it can easily shift and fall on
load, can cause a tipover. such as the mast, carriage and attachments. Do not someone. Use special care when handling long, high
put any part of your body between the overhead or wide loads to avoid losing the load, striking
guard and the mast. If the mast moves unexpected- bystanders, or tipping the truck.
ly, you could get caught between the mast and
overhead guard and a serious accident could occur.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100648 100992 100924A

DO NOT speed when approaching loads! Always stay within the rated capacity! Be careful of changes in rated capacity!
Bring truck to a full stop in front of a load, then Read the capacity chart to make sure a load is within Optional attachments which change the rated
approach carefully. the capacity of your forklift truck before you handle capacity are sometimes installed. Know the rated
the load. capacity before operating the truck.
Engage the forks until the load touches the carriage
when picking up the load.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101042 100642A 101034

DO NOT allow unloading from raised loads! DO NOT use damaged pallets! Use forks properly!
Failure to follow this rules could cause serious Make sure the pallets and skids are sturdy and in Fork misuse could cause accidents, serious injuries
injury. safe operating condition. and equipment damage.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101031 101039A 100652A

Danger! Keep out! DO NOT abuse your forks! DO NOT pick up unsecured loads that extend
DO NOT allow any unauthorized people in the Fork misuse could cause accidents, serious injuries above the backrest extension height!
work area. and equipment damage.

! WARNING

101033A

A helper should NOT be near the forklift truck!

People should be clear of the forklift truck operating
area.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100996A 100670 100997A

DO NOT tilt elevated loads forward! DO NOT pick up off-center loads! DO NOT elevate tilted loads!
The CG (Center of Gravity) moves forward under Such a load increases the possibility of a tipover to This can also cause the forklift truck to tip over.
this condition. the side. Elevate forks or other lifting mechanism only to
This can cause the forklift truck to tip over forward. When using forks, move them as far apart as the pick up or stack a load. Lift and lower with mast
Operate tilting mechanism slowly and smoothly. load will permit. Before lifting, be sure the load is vertical or tilted slightly back — NEVER
DO NOT tilt forward when elevated except to pick centered and the forks are completely under the FORWARD. Watch out for obstructions, especially
up or deposit a load. When stacking, use only load. overhead.
enough backward tilt to stabilize load.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101036 101040 101043A

Be careful of forks that extend beyond the load! Drive onto a trailer carefully! Use only specialized equipment designed to
If the forks extend beyond the load, use extra cau- Make sure the trailer brakes are applied and the safely raise personnel to high work areas!
tion. Make sure the fork tips do not contact other wheels are blocked while loading or unloading. DO NOT lift personnel except on a securely
material. attached, specially designed Work Platform. Use
extreme care when lifting personnel. Place the mast
in the vertical position, place the truck controls in
neutral and apply the brakes. Lift and lower smooth-
! WARNING ly. Be available to operate controls as long as per-
sonnel are on the Work Platform. Never transport
personnel on forks or Work Platform.

102523C

DO NOT abuse your equipment!

DO NOT use the forks to open or close the doors on
a railroad car or to move a car.

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◆ Stopping/Parking Precautions

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

DO
OPE NOT
RAT
E

100658A 102527A

Park in authorized areas only! Park a disabled machine safely!

Park a safe distance from access to fire aisles, stair- – If the lift mechanism is disabled and the forks
ways and fire equipment. cannot be lowered, park the truck in a non-oper-
DO NOT park near a flammable material storage ating area and attach warning tags to the forks
area. to alert pedestrians and traffic.
104553 – Use barriers to keep anyone from standing or

When you leave your truck, or park it: ! WARNING

–
passing under the forks.
Remove the starter switch key and attach
– Select level surface whenever possible. DO NOT OPERATE or similar warning tag to
– Pull the parking brake lever. the truck.
– Put the direction lever in NEUTRAL.
– Lower the forks fully to the floor and tilt the
mast forward until the forks are flat.
– Turn the key to the (OFF) position and
remove it from the switch.
– Disconnect the battery plug if the forklift truck 101044
is to be left unattended for an extended period
of time. DO NOT park on a grade!

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◆ Model View
1 ton models

Control Box Overhead Guard

(FC model)

Mast Working Light

Head Light
Control Lever Assist Grip
(MC model)

Operator’s Seat
Lift Chain
Counterweight

Console Box Battery Cover

(Instrument Panel)
Rear Wheel

Lift Cylinder

Backrest
Extension
Foot Step

Tilt Cylinder
Fork

Front Wheel

103039

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2 ton models

Overhead Guard
Control Box
(FC model)
Working Light

Mast Auto-Light Sensor for PAC

Control Lever Head Light

(MC model) Assist Grip

Operator’s Seat
Lift Chain
Counterweight

Console Box Battery Cover

(Instrument Panel)
Rear Wheel

Lift Cylinder
For PAC

Backrest
Extension
Foot Step

Fork Tilt Cylinder

Tilt Mast Seal

Front Wheel

Mast Seal
103549

103551

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3 ton models

Overhead Guard
Control Box
(FC model)

Working Light

Mast Auto-Light Sensor for PAC

Head Light
Control Lever
(MC model) Assist Grip

Operator’s Seat
Lift Chain
Counterweight

Console Box Battery Cover

(Instrument Panel)
Rear Wheel

Lift Cylinder
For PAC

Backrest
Extension
Foot Step

Fork Tilt Cylinder

Tilt Mast Seal

Front Wheel

Mast Seal
103550

103551

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◆ Major Electrical Components

1 ton models
! CAUTION

– The controller is a precision electric compo-

nent. Rely on your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer for repairs or adjustment of the con-
troller.
Electric Power Steering Motor – When washing the truck, be careful not to
splash water or steam over the controller and
the motors.

Controller

Pump Motor

Drive Motor

103040A

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2 ton models
! CAUTION

– The controller is a precision electric compo-

nent. Rely on your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer for repairs or adjustment of the con-
troller.
– When washing the truck, be careful not to
splash water or steam over the controller and
the motors.

Traction Controller
Hydraulic Controller

Steering Motor

Pump Motor

Drive Motor

103143

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3 ton models
! CAUTION

– The controller is a precision electric compo-

nent. Rely on your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer for repairs or adjustment of the con-
troller.
– When washing the truck, be careful not to
splash water or steam over the controller and
the motors.

Traction Controller
Hydraulic Controller

Pump Motor

Drive Motor

103226

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2 to 3 ton models for PAC

! CAUTION

– The controller is a precision electric compo-

nent. Rely on your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer for repairs or adjustment of the con-
troller.
– When washing the truck, be careful not to
splash water or steam over the controller and
the motors.

Controller

Steering Motor (Brushless DC)

Pump Motor (Induction)

Drive Motor (Induction)

103540

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◆ Lift, Tilt and Attachment Control System (FC Model)

1 ton models
Controller
! CAUTION

– This system consists of precise components.

Operator Presence Switch
(Operator’s Seat)
DO NOT attempt to make adjustments or
repairs yourself. Consult your Mitsubishi
forklift truck dealer.
– Moisture is harmful to the controller.
When washing the components inside the
motor compartment, be careful not to splash
System Indicator Light water or steam over this component.
(Console Box) – The seat has a built-in switch. You are
unable to move the mast and attachment
unless you are seated. When replacing the
Lowering Speed Selector Switch
(Control Box)
seat, be sure to select a genuine seat.

Control Levers

Safety Switch
(Control Box)

Flow Regulator Valve

Solenoid-Actuated
Hydraulic Control Valve

103041A

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2 ton models Controller

(Hydraulic Controller)
! CAUTION

Operator Presence Switch – This system consists of precise components.

(Operator’s Seat) DO NOT attempt to make adjustments or
repairs yourself. Consult your Mitsubishi
forklift truck dealer.
– Moisture is harmful to the controller.
When washing the components inside the
motor compartment, be careful not to splash
System Indicator Light water or steam over this component.
(Console Box) – The seat has a built-in switch. You are
unable to move the mast and attachment
unless you are seated. When replacing the
seat, be sure to select a genuine seat.

Control Levers

Safety Switch
(Control Box)

Flow Regulator Valve

Solenoid-Actuated
Hydraulic Control Valve

103144

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3 ton models Controller

(Hydraulic Controller)
! CAUTION

Operator Presence Switch – This system consists of precise components.

(Operator’s Seat) DO NOT attempt to make adjustments or
repairs yourself. Consult your Mitsubishi
forklift truck dealer.
– Moisture is harmful to the controller.
When washing the components inside the
motor compartment, be careful not to splash
System Indicator Light water or steam over this component.
(Console Box) – The seat has a built-in switch. You are
unable to move the mast and attachment
unless you are seated. When replacing the
seat, be sure to select a genuine seat.

Control Levers

Safety Switch
(Control Box)

Flow Regulator Valve

Solenoid-Actuated
Hydraulic Control Valve

103227

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◆ Operating Controls (MC Model)

1 ton models
Direction Lever Lift Control Lever Tilt Control Lever
Forward (F) Forward
Lower

Neutral (N)

Raise Backward
Reverse (R) 101619A 100312 100313

Parking Brake Lever

To release
Attachment Control Lever
Push the button
Push the lever

Brake Pedal
Release

To apply
Apply
Pull the lever

100038
103057

Horn Switch Accelerator Pedal

OFF
Push to sound horn

Full

102619A

102750 100039

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2 and 3 ton models

Direction Lever Lift Control Lever Tilt Control Lever
Forward (F) Forward
Lower

Neutral (N)

Raise Backward
Reverse (R) 101619A 100312 100313

Parking Brake Lever

To release
Attachment Control Lever
Push the lever

Brake Pedal
Release

To apply
Apply
Pull the lever

100038
103146

Horn Switch Accelerator Pedal

OFF
Push to sound horn

Full

103145

102750 100039

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MC Model
• Lift Control Lever • Tilt Control Lever • Direction Lever
Lifting speed and lowering speed are controlled by Tilting speed is controlled by the position of the – Changing Direction
the position of the control lever. control lever. 1. Move the direction lever to the opposite
The lever will return to the NEUTRAL position The lever will return to the NEUTRAL position direction of travel after you have brought the
when released. when released. truck to a stop.
The mast will not tilt forward when the key is in the 2. In the plugging mode, move the direction
(OFF) position, even if the lever is moved for- lever without releasing the accelerator pedal
ward. (without applying the brakes).

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◆ Operating Controls (FC Model)

1 ton models
Direction Lever Brake Pedal Accelerator Pedal
Forward (F)
Release OFF

Neutral (N)
Full

Reverse (R) Apply

104422 100038 100039

Parking Brake Lever

To release
Push the
button Push the lever

Lift Control Lever

Tilt Control Lever

To apply

Pull the lever

Attachment Control Lever

103057 Lowering Speed Selector Switch

Horn Switch
Push to sound Control Box
horn

Emergency Stop Button

102720A

102750

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2 and 3 ton models

Direction Lever Brake Pedal Accelerator Pedal
Forward (F) OFF
Release

Neutral (N)
Full

Reverse (R) Apply

104422 100038 100039

Parking Brake Lever

To release

Push the lever

Lift Control Lever

Tilt Control Lever

To apply
Pull the lever

Attachment Control Lever

103146

Control Box
Horn Switch
Push to sound
horn

Emergency Stop Button

103147A

102750

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FC Model

Attachment control lever Document Box

Emergency stop button
(optional)
This lever is for operating the attach-
ment.

Tilt control lever

Forward

Neutral

101386B
Backward

Keep daily inspection sheet, etc. in

104546 this box as a ready reference.

Lift control lever 104545

Lower

Neutral

Raise Lowering Speed Selector Switch

ON This position allows you to lower the
forks at 70% of the normal or rated
104547 speed. Use this switch until you feel
sure of what is going to happen when
you move the lift control, or when you
handle fragile, low-density loads.

OFF This position allows you to lower the

forks at the normal speed.

101468

DO NOT touch the lift/tilt or attachment control when turning this switch ON or OFF.

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FC Model
• Tilt Control Lever • Lift Control Lever • Direction Lever
Tilting speed is controlled by the position of the con- Lifting speed and lowering speed are controlled by – Changing Direction
trol lever. the position of the control lever. 1. Move the direction lever to the opposite
The lever will return to the NEUTRAL position Remember, this speed may increase suddenly if the direction of travel after you have brought the
when released. load is jolting. Wait until the load stops jolting. truck to a stop.
(A safety device is built in the tilt system.) The lever will return to the NEUTRAL position 2. In the plugging mode, move the direction
when released. lever without releasing the accelerator pedal
(A safety device is built in the lift system.) (without applying the brakes).

• Safety Device
The safety device prevents lift, tilt and attachment
action even if the controls are manipulated when the
key switch is:
1. Not in the l (ON) position.
2. In the l (ON) position, but the safety switch
is in STOP (lock) position.
3. In the l (ON) position, but you are not seat-
ed.

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FC Model

Emergency stop button

How to use
Use this button:
– To stop (lock) lift, tilt and attachment actions, – To operate (unlock these actions), turn the but-
1. When you have to stop mast and attachments ton clockwise.
actions in an emergency. push down on the button. The mast and attach-
2. When you get off the truck, for safety. ments will not move even if the controls are
moved.

STOP (lock) position OPERATE (unlock)

(The safety switch remains in position a
the lock position when you lift
your hand.)
101388

104545

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◆ Console Box (Instrument Panel)

1 ton models
Central Vehicle Monitoring System Lighting Switch Position
OFF ON 1 ON 2
Push Light
NOTICE: Should any indicator come
on during operation, stop the OFF Head lights
truck and take corrective ON1
action. ON2
Working light
103042

NOTICE: The lights can be turned ON regardless of the key switch position. Be sure to turn OFF the
lights when not used to prevent the batteries from discharging.

Tilt Steering Column Lock/Unlock Key Switch

Lever (OFF)

l (ON)
Push down on the lever to unlock the
steering column.
Adjust it to accommodate operators
or to make it easier to get on and off
the truck easier.
Key
104395

Removes power from all

103043
electrical circuits except
(OFF) horn. Remove the key from
this position.
! WARNING
• Adjust the steering wheel before opera- Applies power to all elec-
102621
tion.
l trical circuits. This is the
(ON) position the key is in during
Pull up on the lever to lock the steer- • Do not adjust the steering wheel while the
ing column. truck is in motion. This could result in normal operation.
serious injury.

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2 and 3 ton models

Central Vehicle Monitoring System Lighting Switch Position
OFF ON 1 ON 2
Push
Light
NOTICE: Should any indicator come
on during operation, stop the Head lights
OFF
truck and take corrective
ON1
action. ON2
Working light
103042

NOTICE: The lights can be turned ON regardless of the key switch position. Be sure to turn OFF the
lights when not used to prevent the batteries from discharging.

Steering Tilt Lever Key Switch

(OFF)
Pull up on the lever to unlock the l (ON)
steering column.
Adjust it to accommodate operators
or to make it easier to get on and off
the truck easier.

Key
104395

Removes power from all

103546A electrical circuits except
(OFF) horn. Remove the key from
this position.
! WARNING Auto-Light Switch for PAC
• Adjust the steering wheel before opera- Applies power to all elec-
103434
tion. l trical circuits. This is the
(ON) position the key is in during
Push down on the lever to lock the • Do not adjust the steering wheel while the
steering column. truck is in motion. This could result in normal operation.
serious injury.

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◆ Auto-Light Switch for PAC

– The lights will not come ON when the starter

switch is in OFF position and the auto-light
switch is in ON position. Auto-Light
Sensor

– If the auto-light switch is turned OFF during

traveling, ON-OFF control of the lights is based
on the position of the light switch.

– The sensitivity of the light sensor is adjustable.

103620 For this adjustment, contact your Mitsubishi 103543
forklift truck dealer.
With this switch in ON position, the lights will auto-
matically come ON when you drive into a dark area. ! CAUTION
Keep the light sensor clean at all times. Wipe
off dirt build-up on the sensor lens.

When auto-light switch is in ON position:

Working area Dark Light

Light switch
Light position OFF 1 2 OFF ON
Working lights
Head lights

NOTICE: The lights will not come ON even in a

dark area when the safety switch is in
STOP (lock) position (being pushed
down).
103548A

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◆ Central Vehicle Monitoring System

Battery Discharge Indicator (BDI) Vehicle Speed and Error Code Display
The battery charge status is indicated by the ten Displays the vehicle speed during regular driving
element indicator. and displays an error code in the event of a mal-
When fully charged, all elements are lit through function.
to the right side. As the battery discharges, the
indicator elements decrease toward the left side.
When only one element is on, the remaining bat-
tery charge warning light in the LED section will
flash.
The vehicle speed display can be switched
When the indicator completely goes off, the between KPH and MPH.
remaining battery charge warning light will be
continuously lit and the vehicle enters power
reduction mode.

104548
Hour Meter, Time Display Button 2
It normally displays the time. Used to set the time.
When the key is set to the l (ON) position, the
drive motor, pump motor, and vehicle service
hours are indicated sequentially.
This meter is helpful to determine the next peri-
odic inspection.
Button 1 LED Section
Used to switch the vehicle speed unit indicator In the event of a malfunction, the appropriate
(KPH or MPH) and to set the time. warning lamp comes on.

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Motor Brush Wear Indicator Overheating Alert Parking Brake Warning Light
(except PAC models) Glows when the drive motor, pump motor, drive Glows when the parking brake is applied.
This indicator will turn on if the motor brushes inverter or pump inverter overheat. It goes off when the brake is released.
become worn. The vehicle enters power reduction mode.
The vehicle enters power reduction mode.

Replace the brushes. For brush replacement, con-

sult your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer.

Fault Detection Indicator

Glows when the fault occurs in the truck circuits,
and the error code appears on the error code dis-
play.

Service Indicator
104549
This indicator will begin to glow 20 hours before
the set service hours.
It glows constantly when the set service time
occurs. Consult your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer to find out how to set the service hours.

Remaining Battery Charge Warning Light Brake Fluid Level Indicator

This light begins to glow when the BDI has only Glows when the brake fluid level is low.
one element lit. Add brake fluid.
It glows continuously when all BDI elements are
off and the vehicle is in power reduction mode.

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• Error Code Display

(* means flickering.)

E E 6 5 5
Direction Lever is Not Placed in NEUTRAL Pump Motor Brush Wear (without PAC) Emergency Stop Button (FC model)
– This error code is displayed if the key switch is – This code is displayed when the pump motor – This code is displayed if the lift, tilt or attach-
turned l (ON) with the direction lever placed brush is worn and the vehicle enters power ment control lever is operated while the emer-
either in the forward or reverse position and/or reduction mode. gency stop button is in the STOP (lock)
the accelerator pedal is depressed. When this error code is displayed, consult and position.
have this brush replaced by your Mitsubishi
– This error code is cleared by placing the lever in – Turn the emergency stop button to the
forklift truck dealer.
the neutral position and by releasing the accel- OPERATE (unlock) position, and then turn the
erator pedal. H 1, H 2, H 3, H 4, H 5 key switch to the (OFF) position temporari-
ly and turn it to the l (ON) position to clear the
E Operating Either the Lift Control Lever, Tilt code.
*
Control Lever, or Attachment Control Lever
Operator Does Not Sit in the Operator’s Seat
– H1 (lift control lever), H2 (tilt control lever), or NOTICE: If errors other than those listed (Lo and
– This error code is flickered if the key switch is
H3, H4, H5 (attachment control lever) is dis- 55) are displayed, turn the key switch to
turned l (ON) and the operator is not sitting
played if the key switch is turned to the l (ON) the (OFF) position temporarily and
properly.
position when each lever is not in the neutral turn it to the l (ON) position.
– This error code is cleared by sitting in the oper- position. If the error display won’t go off, consult
ator’s seat properly. your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer.
– This error code is cleared by placing the lever in
neutral position.
E 4, E 5
Traction Motor Brush Wear (without PAC) * L o
– E4 is displayed when the right traction motor Battery Consumption too much
brush is worn and E5 is displayed when the left
– This code is flickered when the battery con-
traction motor brush is worn. In either case, the
sumption is too much with small capacity. The
vehicle enters power reduction mode.
truck will not operate.
When this error code is displayed, consult and
have this brush replaced by your Mitsubishi – Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position
forklift truck dealer. temporarily and then turn it to the l (ON) posi-
tion to clear the code.
– If this error code is displayed frequently, charge
Traction motor means drive motor. or replace the battery.

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• Power Reduction Mode • Vehicle Speed Display • Time Display

– Traveling
To switch between KPH and MPH To set the clock
The maximum vehicle speed is reduced.
– Lifting Chopper Model 1. Apply the parking brake. 1. Apply the parking brake.
The lift and attachment speeds are reduced. 2. Put the direction lever in NEUTRAL. 2. Put the direction lever in NEUTRAL.
Nothing for tilt. 3. Turn the key to the l (ON) position. 3. Turn the key to the l (ON) position.
– Lifting Contactor Model 4. Push and hold button 1 for one to two seconds. 4. Push and hold button 1 until the minutes’ display
Will stop, after 1 second in motion. If the lever NOTICE: Display will show KPH and a 24-hour flashes.
is released, 1 second in motion will be possible clock until it is changed. When MPH is 5. Release button 1.
again. selected, the clock will change to a 12- 6. Adjust the minutes with button 2.
hour clock.
7. Push button 1 and release when the hours’ dis-
play flashes.
8. Adjust the hour with button 2.
! WARNING 9. Push button 1 to lock in the time.
Simultaneous operation of traveling, tilting
and lifting is prohibited.

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◆ Operator’s Seat
• Adjustment • Adjustment of Suspension

! WARNING
Front to back adjustments:
120 mm (4.7 in.) 9 positions ➀

Increase
Lever

➁ Decrease

100974C 100973 102737

Adjust the seat before starting the forklift truck. Move the lever to the left, slide the seat to one of the Adjust the suspension before sitting in the seat.
After adjusting, jiggle the seat to make sure it is nine positions, and release the lever. Turn knob ➀ until gauge ➁ indicates the weight of
properly locked. DO NOT adjust the seat while the the operator. Turning the knob to the right increas-
truck is in motion. es the gauge indication, and turning it to the left
decreases the gauge indication.

! WARNING
Your forklift truck comes equipped with an
MCF operator restraint system. Should it
become necessary to replace the seat for any
reason, it should only be replaced with
another MCF operator restraint system and
operator presence switch.

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• Pocket for Operator’s Manual • Operator Presence Switch

Operator presence switch

Check

102738 102743A

Place the operator’s manual in this pocket. The win- This switch is built in the seat. You are unable to
dow allows you to check from outside whether the operate the truck unless you are seated.
operator’s manual is stored in the pocket.

! CAUTION

When replacing the seat or switch, be sure to

select genuine parts.

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◆ Seat Belt
If the seat belt is torn causing the pulling motion to
! DANGER be interrupted during extension of the belt, or the
belt cannot be inserted into the buckle properly.
! WARNING

Replace the seat belt assembly. Seat belts can “jack-knife” drivers—the
The seat belt shall be examined at the regular ser- upper body bends tightly at the waist. If you
vice intervals. It is recommended that it be replaced are pregnant or have suffered an abdominal
if any of the following conditions are found. disease or injury, consult a doctor before
using the seat belt.
– Cut or frayed strap
– Worn or damaged hardware, including anchor
points
– Buckle or retractor malfunction
100976A – Loose stitching

The seat belt will help to restrain you in accidents ! WARNING

such as a tipover or front end collision. If you are If you fasten the belt across your abdomen,
unrestrained in a tipover, you can fall outside of the the belt will dig into your abdomen in an acci-
operator’s compartment and be crushed by the fork- dent and may cause serious internal injuries.
lift truck. If you are unrestrained and the forklift
truck comes to a sudden stop, you will continue
moving forward until you hit a solid object. ! WARNING
Wear your seat belt anytime you operate a forklift NOTICE: It is not necessary to adjust the belt
truck. length.
The belt is designed to fit any body size.
Tug on it to confirm a tight fit.
! WARNING

100978

Also, replace the seat belt assembly if it was worn

during an accident.

104274

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To Fasten To Release

Plate

Buckle
100981 100983

1. Grip the plate (connector) of the belt and pull Push the button in the buckle to release the belt. The
the belt from the retractor. Then insert the plate belt will automatically retract when released. Hold
into the slot of the buckle until a snap is heard. the plate of the belt and allow the belt to slowly
2. Make sure the belt is not twisted. retract.

IMPORTANT
The following maintenance guidelines detail how to inspect seat belt for “cuts, fraying, extreme or unusual
wear of the webbing, etc., and damage to the buckle, retractor, hardware, or other factors” which indicate that
belt replacement is necessary.
1. Check the web wear at the buckle/latch area. The webbing must be closely examined to determine if there
are any cuts, fraying or extreme wear in the webbing. Cuts, fraying, or excessive wear would indicate the
need for replacement of the seat belt system.
2. Check buckle and latch for proper operation and to determine if latch plate is worn, deformed, or buckle
is damaged or casing broken.
3. The retractor web storage device, is mounted on the seat. The retractor is the heart of the occupant restraint
system and can be damaged if abused, even unintentionally. Check retractor web storage device operation
100982A to ensure that it locks properly and that it spools out and retracts webbing properly.
4. Hardware for seat belt mounting points should be evaluated for corrosion, all attachment points of system
3. Be sure to fasten the belt as low as possible should be checked for tightness of bolts and nuts.
across your hips, not across your abdomen. 5. Check web in areas exposed to ultraviolet rays from the sun or extreme dust or dirt. If the original color of
the web in these areas is extremely faded, the physical strength of this web may have deteriorated. If this
condition exists replace the system.
6. Check seat belt switch operation.

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◆ Fork Locking Pins ◆ Changing Forks

• To Remove
Remove a fork from the carriage to replace it or to
! WARNING access other parts of the truck for maintenance. ! WARNING
When adjusting the fork spread, be careful Slide the forks, one at a time, to the
DO NOT try to move a fork without a lifting
not to pinch your hand between forks and lift installation/removal notch on the bottom carriage
device. Each fork can weigh in excess of 45 kg
bracket. bar. Tilt the carriage forward, then lower it until the
(100 lb.)
hook fork disengages the forks from the carriage.
Use a lifting device to move the forks away from
the truck.

◆ Safety Equipment

1. Carriage Bars – Operator restraint system

2. Hook Fork – Operator presence switch
3. Blocks
– Overhead guard
➀ ➁
– Load backrest extension
– Horn
– Warning decals
101510
– Head lights
For load stability, adjust the forks as wide as possi- – Working light
ble. – Console box (Instrument panel)
➂ 102791
To adjust the fork spread, move the lever upward
and reposition the forks. Spread the forks to fit the • To Install
load. DO NOT use a forklift truck without equipment for
Position the forks side-by-side on the floor in a loca- risk reduction proper operating order.
tion where they can be approached from the rear by
the forklift truck. Slowly drive the forklift truck,
with the carriage fully lowered and fully tilted for- ◆ Additional Warning Device
! CAUTION ward, to a point just to the rear of the forks.
Carefully slide the forks, one at a time, onto the car-
– After adjusting the fork spread, restore the riage so the top hook of the fork is placed above the – Back-up buzzer (opt)
stopper to the original position to lock the top carriage bar. Raise the carriage to engage the top
forks. hooks allowing the bottom hooks to pass through
– Position each fork the same distance from the installation/removal notch. Then carefully slide
the center of the backrest extension. each fork on the carriage so both the upper and
lower hooks engage the carriage. Lock the forks in
place by engaging the fork lock pins.

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◆ Drawbar Pin 2 ton models ◆ Assist Grip and Foot Step

Drawbar pin

103149
103046 101872A

Use the drawbar pin for: Grab the assist grip with the left hand, the seat
– Backing out of a drop off or ditch. backrest with the right hand, and step up with the
– Loading the truck on a hauling truck. ! CAUTION left foot to get on the truck safely.

Precautions for Use of the Drawbar Pin.

! WARNING 1. When hitching a cable to the pin, make
sure the pin is inserted safely. ! WARNING
DO NOT use the drawbar pin for any towing 2. Take up slack slowly—DO NOT jerk. DO NOT grab the steering wheel or lever.
work. Keep the cable taut. If the cable is slack,
DO NOT jump on or off the truck.
the sudden impact of the load can snap it,
resulting in an accident.
3. A helper should stand at a safe distance and
watch the pin. Stop pulling with the truck,
1 ton models relieve tension, and reduce load if the pin
starts to come out.
! CAUTION

Precautions for Use of the Drawbar Pin

1. Make sure the shackle (or cable) is fixed to
the pin safely.
2. Take up slack slowly—DO NOT jerk.
Keep the cable taut. If the cable is slack,
the sudden impact of the load can snap it,
resulting in an accident.

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◆ Battery Cover

Fastener Hook
103049 101842 103064

The cover opens wide exposing the full width bat-

tery compartment which provides instant accessi- To open
bility to the batteries for daily inspection and
servicing.
1. Tilt the steering column fully forward. ! WARNING
2. Release the fastener.
3. Lift the front end of the cover and lock it to
Inspection Items the overhead guard pillar by the hook.

– Battery electrolyte level and specific To close

gravity check and adding of electrolyte
1. Unlock the cover from the overhead guard
– Charging
pillar by the hook.
2. Push down on the cover and fasten it with
NOTICE: Always keep the battery cover open the fastener. C970002
during charging. 3. Return the steering column to its normal
position. When closing the battery cover, be careful not to
pinch your hand.

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◆ Hydraulic Tank Oil Level/Filler Hole

103049

Open the battery cover.

103050

The filler is located in the rear side of the truck.

To remove the cap from the filler, turn it counter-
clockwise. Use the dipstick in the oil filler to check
the oil level.

! CAUTION

Be sure to use the recommended hydraulic oil

when adding or changing the oil.

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◆ Know What Forklift Truck Stability Is ◆ Center of Gravity (CG) ◆ Stability and Center of Gravity

CG truck Combined CG CG load

100991 CG
100915 100858

Counterbalanced forklift truck design is based on Center of Gravity (CG) is defined as the point of an The stability of the forklift truck is determined by
the balance of two weights on opposite sides of a object where its weight is evenly distributed. If the the location of its CG, or if the truck is loaded, the
fulcrum (the front axle). The load on the forks must object is uniform, its geometric center will be the combined CG. The forklift truck has moving parts
be balanced by the weight of the forklift truck. The same as its CG. If it is not uniform, the CG could be and, therefore, has a CG that moves. The CG moves
location of the center of gravity of both the truck a point on either side of the normal geometric cen- forward or backward as the mast is tilted forward or
and the load is also a factor. This basic principle is ter. When the forklift truck picks up a load, the truck backward. The CG moves up or down as the mast
used for picking up a load. The ability of the fork- and load have a new, combined CG. moves up or down. The CG and, therefore, the
lift truck to handle a load is discussed in terms of stability of the loaded forklift truck, is affected by a
center of gravity and both forward and sideways number of factors such as:
stabilities. – The size, weight, shape and position of the
load.
– The height of the lifted load.
– The amount of forward or backward tilt.
– Dynamic forces created when the forklift truck
is accelerated, braked or turned.
– Condition and grade of surfaces on which the
forklift truck is operated.

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◆ Forklift Truck Stability Base ◆ Rated Capacity (Weight and

Load Center)
CG load
CG-Truck will tip over.

Combined CG

CG truck

100859 100860 100676

These factors must be considered when the forklift In order for the forklift truck to be stable (not tip The rated capacity of the forklift truck is shown on
truck is unloaded, as well, because an empty forklift over forward or to the side), the CG must stay with- the capacity chart. It is determined by the weight
truck will tip over to the side more easily than a in the area of the forklift truck stability base — a tri- and load center. The load center is determined by
forklift truck carrying a load in the lowered posi- angle drawn between the front wheels and the pivot the location of the CG of the load. The load center
tion. of the rear axle. If the CG moves forward of the shown on the capacity chart is the horizontal dis-
front axle, the forklift truck will tip over forward. If tance from the front face of the forks, or the load
the CG moves outside of the line on either side of face of an attachment, to the CG in the load. The
the stability base, the forklift truck will tip over to location of the CG of the vertical direction is the
the side. same as the horizontal dimension.
Keep in mind that, unless otherwise indicated, the
rated capacity shown on the capacity chart is for a
standard forklift truck with standard backrest, forks
and mast, and having no special-purpose attach-
ment. In addition, the rated capacity presumes the
load center is no further from the top of the forks
than it is from the face of the backrest. If these con-
ditions do not exist, the operator may have to reduce
the safe operating load because the truck stability
may be reduced. The forklift truck should not be
operated if its capacity chart does not indicate rated
capacity.

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◆ Capacity Chart

! WARNING

– The capacity specified for the truck

requires the tires authorized by the man-
ufacturer.
– When the truck is equipped with a high
mast, the capacity is reduced. Before
attempting to lift any load, make sure the
104550
weight and load center combination is
within the capacity of the high mast as
The capacity chart shown above is for a 2.0 ton shown on its capacity chart.
model standard forklift truck whose rated capacity – When the truck is equipped with any
is 2000 kg [4000 pounds] at 500 mm [24 in.] load special-purpose attachment, the capacity
center. The chart specifies this forklift truck can lift is varied by the weight of the attachment
up to 2000 kg [4000 pounds] if the load center is not and the front overhang (horizontal dis-
more than 500 mm [24 in.] forward from the face of tance from the center of the front axle to
the backrest. Before attempting to pick up or lift a the vertical faces of the forks). Before
load, make sure its weight is within the rated capac- attempting to lift any load, make sure the
ity of the truck at the load center involved. weight and load center combination is
NOTICE: If the load is not uniform, the heaviest within the capacity of the attachment as
portion should be placed closer to the shown on its capacity chart.
backrest and centered on the forks.

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◆ Do’s and Don’ts to Avoid Tipover

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100992 100993 100994A

DO handle loads only within the rated capacity DO NOT go over rough terrain! DO avoid fast starts, turns and sudden stops!
shown on the capacity chart! If unavoidable, slow down. These movements could cause the forklift truck to
tip over.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100665A 100995A 100667

DO watch "tail swing". DO check surface strengths! DO NOT turn, or angle, on ramps and grades,
Always maintain a safe distance from the edge of Stay away from soft ground to avoid tipover. with or without a load!
docks, ramps and platforms.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100996A 100997A 100670

DO NOT tilt elevated loads forward! DO NOT elevate tilted loads! DO NOT pick up an off-center load!
This could cause the forklift truck to tip over for- This could also cause the forklift truck to tip over. Such a load increases the possibility of a tipover to
ward. the side.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100998 100671 100999A

DO avoid slippery surfaces! DO NOT attempt to pick up or deposit a load DO NOT go over obstacles — curbs, ditches,
Sand, gravel, ice or mud could cause a tipover. If unless the forklift truck is level! ridges and railroad tracks!
unavoidable, slow down.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101000A 101616 101617

DO NOT travel with forks higher than 15 to DO NOT make fast or sharp turns with a loaded DO NOT turn too sharply, even with an empty
20 cm (6 to 8 in.) above the ground! or unloaded truck! raised mast, to avoid a tipover!
The CG moves up increasing the possibility of a
tipover.

! DANGER ! DANGER ! WARNING

104379 100649 100868

DO fasten your seat belt! DO NOT jump off your truck if it starts to tip DO wear a hard hat!
The belt will keep you from being thrown out of the over! It will help protect your head from serious injury.
truck in a tipover. Stay in your seat to reduce the risk of serious injury
or death.

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◆ How to Survive in a Tipover

! DANGER

Remember, your chances for survival with

your seat belt fastened in a tipover are better
if you stay in your truck. If your truck starts
to tip over:
1. Firmly hold on to the steering wheel and
brace your feet.
2. DO NOT jump off!
3. Lean away from impact.
4. Lean forward.

(1) (2)

(3) (4)

101002A 103440

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◆ New Forklift Truck Break-In ◆ Before Starting

Correct break-in is important for operation and

long life of your truck. The first 100 service hours ! WARNING ! WARNING
of operation is the break-in period for your truck.
BE SURE TO READ the SAFETY RULES Avoid traveling in the rain to keep the electri-
Read these precautionary instructions carefully.
FOR FORKLIFT TRUCK OPERATORS for cal parts from being damaged.
your safety and the safety of fellow workers. Make sure the ground is dry and travel after
BE SURE to perform the DAILY the rain stops.
(PRESTART) INSPECTION.
! CAUTION

1. If the truck cannot be put to work immedi-

ately, or the operation is light and slow,
break-in the truck under a simulated work-
ing condition.
2. Also, try NOT to make severe brake
applications to allow the brake linings to
seat against the brake disc.
3. Operate the truck under a lighter load and
lower speeds than normal.
4. Change oils and relubricate at shorter
intervals than normal.
5. Carefully check on and around the truck for
loose bolts and nuts, retightening them, if
needed.

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FC Model

Working position
104552 101486

Your truck has an operator presence switch (a Make sure the emergency stop button is in OPER-
switch built into the seat). You cannot move the ATE (unlock) position (being released).
mast and attachments unless you are seated. NOTICE: You are unable to move the mast and
attachments if the emergency stop but-
When the attachment control lever is operated,
ton is in the STOP (lock) position
some of the attachments will move, even though the
(pushed down).
key switch or the seat switch are in the (OFF)
position, as the result of the handling load or of its
own weight.
If you are not seated, the error code light flickers
when the key switch is in the l (ON) position.

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OPERATION 66

• Adjust Seat Before Operation • Turn Key Switch to the l (ON) Position • Check Central Vehicle Monitoring
System
! WARNING

(OFF)
l (ON)
Except PAC models

101114C 104405 104549

DO NOT adjust the seat while the truck is in Do all indicators come on when the key switch is
motion. This could cause serious injury. turned to the l (ON) position?
Be sure to fasten the seat belt before operating the The indicators, except the parking brake warning
truck. light and seat belt warning light, will go out after a
Remember, the belt will not restrain you in an acci- few seconds. Should they remain on, turn the key
dent if it is not fastened properly. switch to the (OFF) position, then turn it to the
l (ON) position again to see if they go out. If they
still remain on, consult your Mitsubishi forklift
truck dealer.
• Position Controls Correctly

102752

Pull the parking brake lever.

The direction lever is in NEUTRAL position.

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◆ Before Operating Forklift ◆ Forklift Truck Operation

Truck

Tilt Forward

15 to 20 cm
(6 to 8 in.)

100755 Reverse
101424A 104422

1. Operate the lift control lever to raise 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Move the direction lever to the FOR-
the forks to a safe traveling height of WARD or REVERSE position.
15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in.) from the
floor.
2. Operate the tilt control lever to tilt
the mast backward all the way.

! WARNING

101920 103150
101013A
4. Gradually release the brake pedal 3. Press the top button.
Look around and behind the truck—and while depressing the accelerator Release the parking brake lever.
sound the horn before moving. pedal. (The parking brake warning light
will go off.)

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• Changing Speed • Changing Direction

! WARNING ! WARNING

100740 101062C 102640 101013A

Use the accelerator pedal to increase NEVER move the direction lever to the Depress the brake pedal to stop the truck, BE SURE to watch for people or hazards
travel speed. Use the brake pedal to slow NEUTRAL position during traveling. then move the direction lever. BE SURE in the direction of travel.
down. This can reduce the braking force. to come to a complete stop when chang-
ing direction.

• Plugging mode
! WARNING
This mode allows you to change direc- When changing directions with a
tions on-the-go. If you move the direc- loaded truck in the plugging mode,
tion lever to the desired direction with slowly depress the accelerator pedal
the accelerator pedal depressed, the truck to avoid a jerking motion.
will come to a stop, then start moving in
the desired direction.

NOTICE: If the plugging mode is used

often, the drive motor brush-
es will wear rapidly. Check
the brushes more often.

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• Operating Technique • Steering (Turning)

102751 Car Forklift Truck 100745 100746

Turn the steering wheel with left hand. When han- A forklift truck is different from most other vehicles 1. When working in close quarters, drive more
dling loads, stop the truck to operate the tilt and left because it is steered by the rear wheels. This causes slowly when making turns.
control levers with the right hand. an exaggerated tail swing. 2. Start the turn as close to the inside corner as the
tail swing will permit.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101066 101067 101068A

Turning with the forks elevated, with or without a Turning at high speeds, with or without a load, can Be aware of tail swing distance. Be sure the tail
load, can cause a tipover. also cause a tipover. swing area is clear, before turning, to avoid injury to
pedestrians.

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◆ Stopping Forklift Truck

! CAUTION

Do not hold the steering wheel at a

fully rotated position for a prolonged
period of time, or the power steering
motor might burn out.

100752 100755 101490A

1. Release the accelerator pedal. 2. Depress the brake pedal, and come to 3. Place the direction lever in
a complete stop. NEUTRAL position.
Pull the parking lever all the way.

! WARNING

101070

Avoid sudden stops. This can cause the

load to fall off the forks or the truck to tip
over.

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OPERATION 71

◆ Parking Forklift Truck (After stopping)

(OFF)
l (ON)

Neutral

103057B 104423 103428 104440

1. Pull the parking brake lever all the 2. Place the direction lever in the 3. Tilt the mast forward just a little and 4. Turn the key switch back to the
way. NEUTRAL position. lower the forks to the floor until the (OFF) position. When leaving the
fork tips touch the floor. truck, BE SURE to remove the key.
5. Block the wheels securely.
6. Return the key to a key rack if spec-
! WARNING ified.

Park safely
– Select a hard level surface.
– BE SURE to park in a parking
lot if available.
– If the lift mechanism is disabled
and the forks cannot be lowered
to the floor, attach a warning
tag to the tip of the fork and
position the forks away from
pedestrians.
Get off safely
– Get off after the truck has come
to a complete stop and the above
procedure has been followed.
– NEVER jump off.

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◆ Leaving Forklift Truck (FC Model)

– Pull the parking brake lever.

– Place the direction lever in NEUTRAL posi-
tion.
– Tilt the mast forward and lower the forks to the
ground.
– Remove the key from the key switch.
– Push down on the emergency stop button not to
move the mast and attachments.

104553

104554

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◆ Stacking Methods

Stability of the loads depends upon how well the stack is formed.

• Stacking Loads Differing in Size • Stacking Small Identical Loads • Stacking Large Identical Loads

100892 100893 100894

Be sure larger containers in a load are at the bottom As in brick laying, place layers of containers alter- This is one of the most common patterns for stack-
of the stack and smaller ones at the top; or heavier nately so each container will stand astride parts of ing large identical containers. Better load stability is
containers at the bottom and lighter ones at the top. two or more containers in the layer below. This type achieved by reversing the end-to-side direction on
of stack is more stable and less likely to fall down. each succeeding layer.

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◆ Handling Loads Safely

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

20
%

60
%

20
%

101075 104550 100761

Handle ONLY stable loads. A load having unstable Handle ONLY loads within the rated capacity of Set the forks as far apart as possible for maximum
items can easily shift and fall on someone. DO NOT your forklift truck as shown on the capacity chart. If support of the load.
handle a load if any part of it is likely to fall, or if the combined center of gravity of the truck and load
the pallet or skid is damaged. Neatly stack and band is located forward of the front axle, or if the load
loose or unstable loads. exceeds the rated capacity, the truck can tip over
forward.

100856

Not every load can be handled using only the forks.

Some loads will require a special attachment.

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◆ Correct Operating Steps and Flickering/Flashing

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

(FC model)

(OFF)

l (ON)

104630

Learn the correct operating steps 1 thru 4 before you operate the forklift truck. 1. Sit and wear the seat belt securely.
Steps
Be sure the error code light is OUT. 2. Turn the emergency stop button clockwise to OPERATE (unlock)
position.
NOTICE: See the topics, Picking up the Load, Traveling With the Load and 3. Turn the key switch to the l (ON) position.
Unloading. 4. Make sure “00” is displayed.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to operate the lift, tilt and attachments controls and emer- NOTICE: If the error code light flashes/flickers, see Incorrect Operating Steps in
gency stop button by your RIGHT HAND. this section.

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◆ Incorrect Operating Steps

• Example 1 • Example 2

104552 104556

DON’T – DON’T –
– This error code is flickered if the key switch is – This error code is displayed if the key switch is
turned I (ON) and the operator is not sitting turned I (ON) with the direction lever placed
properly. either in the forward or reverse position and/or
the accelerator pedal depressed.

What to DO –
What to DO –
– This error code is cleared by properly sitting in
the operator’s seat. – This error code is cleared by placing the lever
in the neutral position, by properly sitting in
the operator’s seat and by releasing the accel-
erator pedal.

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• Example 3

Lift control
(OFF)
l (ON)

Tilt control

Attachment
control

(FC model) 104610 103156

DON’T – What to DO –
– H1 (lift control lever), H2 (tilt control lever), or H3, H4, H5 (attachment control levers) – This error code is cleared by placing the lever in neutral position.
is displayed if the key switch is turned to the I (ON) position when each lever is not in
the neutral position or the seat switch is turned on after the lever is pulled. – Make sure “00” is displayed.

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• Example 4 (FC Model)

(OFF)

l (ON)

103157 103158

DON’T – What to DO –
– This code is displayed and the fault detection indicator will flash if the lift, tilt 1. Turn the emergency stop button to the OPERATE (unlock) position.
or attachment control lever is operated while the emergency stop button is in the 2. Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position temporarily and turn it to the
STOP (lock) position. l (ON) position.
3. Make sure “00” is displayed and the indicator goes OUT.

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◆ Inching Into and Lifting the Load

20 to 30 cm
(8 to 12 in.)
10 cm
(4 in.)

101076 101077 101078 101079

1. Inch into the load and stop the truck Direction lever – NEUTRAL Direction lever – FORWARD Direction lever – NEUTRAL
20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in.) short of the
load. Make sure the truck is square 2. Tilt the mast forward to the vertical 3. Slowly move the truck forward and 4. Carefully lift the load about 10 cm
with the load and the forks are at the position, and again make sure the slide the forks into the pallet until (4 in.) off the other material. Slowly
correct height. forks are at the correct height. they are fully under the load. return the lift control lever to the
NEUTRAL position.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101080 100896 100648

When you pick up loads that extend Center the weight of the load between the Avoid approaching the load at high
above the backrest extension height, band forks. speed.
them together to reducing the risk of
items from falling.

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◆ Traveling with the Load

20 to 30 cm
(8 to 12 in.)

101081 101082 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in.) 101083 101084

1. Make sure the load is centered on the Direction lever – REVERSE 3. Slowly move the truck to 20 to Direction lever – FORWARD
forks. Then tilt the mast all the way 30 cm (8 to 12 in.) away from the
back to cradle the load. 2. Look backward. stack, then stop the truck. 5. Look around to be sure your drive
area is clear and then move the truck
Direction lever – NEUTRAL into the working zone.
4. Lower the load to a position 15 to
2 cm (6 to 8 in.) from the ground.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101525 100670 101021A

Slack lift chains means there is a rail or DON’T pick up an off-center load. Make If the load blocks your view, or when you
lift bracket hang up. Raise the mast sure the weight of the load is centered travel down a grade with the load, drive
before you move. between the forks. in reverse. Always look in the direction
When stacking: of travel.
1. Watch your lift chains.
2. If they go slack, stop; raise the load
and lower it again.

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◆ Unloading

20 to 30 cm
(8 to 12 in.)

10 to 15 cm
(4 to 6 in.)

101085 101086 101087 101088

1. Stop the truck 20 to 30 cm (8 to Direction lever – NEUTRAL Direction lever – FORWARD Direction lever – NEUTRAL
12 in.) short of the unloading zone.
2. Lift the load 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in.) 3. Slowly move the truck forward to 4. Tilt the mast forward to the vertical
higher than the stack. position the load just above the position.
stack.

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15 to 20 cm
(6 to 8 in.)

101089 101090 101091 101092

5. Carefully lower the load onto the Direction lever – REVERSE 8. When you disengage the forks, stop 10. Tilt the mast back (Max. 7°).
stack. the truck. Direction lever – REVERSE
7. Look behind you and carefully back
6. Lower the forks just enough to dis- Direction lever – NEUTRAL
the truck away from the load. 11. Look around to see that it is safe to
engage them.
9. Lower the forks to a position 15 to drive in your work area.
20 cm (6 to 8 in.) from the ground. 12. Drive up to your next position.

! WARNING ! WARNING

– NEVER travel with the mast tilted forward or with the

load in the elevated position. This will increase the
possibility of the forklift truck tipping over.
– NEVER tilt the mast with the load in the elevated
position.
– NEVER leave the forklift truck with the load in the
elevated position.
101093

Be careful not to drag the forks. 100781A

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◆ Working on Grades
• Traveling on a Grade • Stopping on a Grade

! CAUTION

Before you start traveling up a steep grade,

apply the brake or parking brake. Depress the
accelerator pedal, then release the brake or
parking brake.

101026A 101074A

When traveling up or down a grade with a loaded

truck, keep the load upgrade to maintain the con-
trol.
! WARNING
When you are stopped on a steep grade while

!
operating the FB20K to FB35K or FB20K
! WARNING CAUTION PAC to FB35K PAC models with a rated load,
– DO NOT continuously use the brake depress the accelerator slightly, then gradual-
When you have to stop the truck on a grade, DO
pedal alone. This can result in brake fail- ly release the foot brake or parking brake to
NOT hold the truck by depressing the accelera-
ure and an accident. secure the climb. If the climbing power is not
tor pedal.
– DO NOT move the direction lever to enough on starting, the truck could start to
NEUTRAL position when traveling down roll downhill backwards. When the truck
a grade. starts rolling downhill, it will continue down-
hill even if you depress the accelerator all the
When traveling up or down a steep grade: way down. Apply the foot brake or parking
1. DO NOT make any turn. brake to stop the truck.
2. DO NOT travel across a grade.

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• Traveling Alarms
Forklift trucks are used in a very wide variety of Pedestrians and other forklift truck operators in the
conditions. Noise levels, the number of forklift workplace must be aware of their surroundings and
trucks on site, the operational area, the loads to be must take an active part in protecting their own
handled, the presence of pedestrians, lighting safety and that of others. This includes not placing
conditions and many more all vary greatly from one themselves in the path of a moving truck. The truck
application to another. The manufacturer of the driver is responsible for the safe operation of the
forklift truck has no control over the environment in forklift truck, and must have a clear view of the
which it will be deployed, or where it may be resold path when traveling backwards or forwards.
at a later time. The alarms must also be maintained to ensure they
Only the user has first-hand knowledge of the are kept in proper operational condition. Any
deployment site conditions. It is the user who must operational damage or any attempts to disconnect
make decisions regarding the use and configuration or disable the alarms must be repaired.
of the forklift truck, based on the specific applica- The user is responsible for maintenance of such
tion. items.
You should consider factors such as the capacity for
people to become accustomed to hearing the alarm,
the confusion of multiple alarms, increased noise
levels, or the fact that the driver may depend too
much on the alarm, which could cause unsafe
conditions in the workplace. Pedestrians and other
forklift truck operators in the workplace may
become accustomed to hearing the alarm—paying
little heed to them. This could lead to a situation
where pedestrians or other forklift truck operators
nearby do not react to a potential hazard.

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◆ End of Each Shift Storage ◆ Long Term Storage

If your forklift truck is to be put in storage for any

! WARNING length of time, take the following precautions for
safety and to reduce the risk of deterioration of truck
Perform a thorough walk-around inspection
components.
for any damage. Report all damage or faulty
operation immediately.
DO NOT operate a forklift truck that has a • Hydraulic System
maintenance problem. After positioning your truck for storage, retract all
the hydraulic cylinders to minimize rod exposure.
This will reduce the risk of rusting of the sliding
contact surfaces of the rods.
1. Park the truck in an authorized area.
To prevent rusting of the cylinder interior and rods,
2. Block the wheels securely. and deterioration of the seals, periodically operate
3. Check under the truck for oil leak. each cylinder for lift, tilt and the attachment to full
stroke.
4. Disconnect the battery plug.
5. Clean the truck to keep it free of dirt and oil. • Battery
This will make it easier to spot loose or defec-
tive parts. – Fully charge the batteries and then recharge
them for equalizing if the truck is left standing
for more than three days.

! CAUTION – Charge the batteries for equalizing at least once

a month if the truck is to be left standing for
Do not expose controller units to rainwater. more than a month.
Take care not to sprinkle water over controller – Disconnect the battery plug.
units when washing your machine.

! WARNING

– NEVER splash water over the truck.

– Use pressure air or a vacuum cleaner to
clean the truck.

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◆ Care in Cold Weather ◆ Care in Hot Weather
• Battery • Battery
In hot, dry weather, check the battery cells for prop-
er electrolyte level more often than in cold weather.
Add distilled water whenever the level is low.

Thermometer

101927

– Maintain the specific gravity of electrolyte from

1.26 to 1.28 as corrected to 20°C (68°F).
– When you park your truck overnight, leaving it
outside a garage, remove the battery and keep it
warm.
– The electrolyte of a fully charged battery will
not freeze to -35°C (-31°F).

! CAUTION

– After distilled water has been added to the

battery, travel the forklift truck. This mixes
the added water with the electrolyte and
will reduce the risk of freezing and damag-
ing the battery.
– DO NOT attempt to restore a battery’s
charge by pouring boiling water over it.
This can break the battery case, resulting in
acid contact with skin or eyes.

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◆ Forklift Truck Shipping ◆ Machine Lifting and
Tiedown Information
Always block the trailer or rail car wheels before NOTICE: Improper lifting or tiedowns may cause
! WARNING loading the forklift truck. a load to shift and cause injury and/or
Position the forklift truck on the truck bed or rail damage.
Check travel route for overpass clearances.
Make sure there is adequate clearance if the car. 1. Weight and instructions given herein apply to
vehicle being transported is equipped with a Place the direction lever in NEUTRAL and apply forklift trucks manufactured by MCF.
high mast or cab. the parking brake. 2. Use proper rated cables and slings for lifting.
Remove ice, snow or other slippery material Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position and Position the crane so the forklift truck is level
from the shipping vehicle and loading dock. remove the key. when lifted.
Block the wheels and secure the forklift truck with 3. Spreader bar widths should be sufficient to
tiedowns. reduce the risk of contact with the forklift truck.
Do not turn the steering wheel after the forklift truck 4. Use the tiedown locations provided for forklift
has been secured on the truck bed or rail car. It may truck tiedown.
loosen tie downs.
Check the state and local laws governing weight,
width and length of a load.
Contact your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer for
shipping instructions for your forklift truck.

101624

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◆ If the Truck Shuts Down Suddenly ◆ If the Steering Motor or Cooling Fan
Stops for PAC
Park the truck in a safe area. Check the condition of 2. Remove the floor plate. 1. Park the truck in a safe area.
the battery plug. If this plug is properly connected, 2. Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position
check the main circuit fuses and, if they are burned and disconnect the battery plug.
out, replace them. 3. Remove the rear cover from the counter-
weight.
OK OK 4. Check the fuse.
! CAUTION

If the fuses are not burned out and you cannot

locate the cause, consult your Mitsubishi fork-
lift truck dealer.
104427

! WARNING Ampere Circuit

15A Electrical components
103555
10A Controller

3. Replace the fuses. Ampere Circuit

NOTICE: Use a fuse puller for fuse replacement. 10A DC/DC Convertor

5. If it is burned out, replace it.

!
104420
CAUTION
1. Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position
and disconnect the battery plug before replac- Use the correct ampere fuses for replacement.
ing the fuses.

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◆ If Central Vehicle Monitoring System ◆ If Light Bulbs Burn Out

Does Not Come On • Light Bulb Replacement
If the CVMS indicators do not come on when the Check condition of the fuses. If checking does not
key switch is turned to the l (ON) position, check indicate the cause of the trouble, the bulbs are
the: burned out.
– Battery plug.
– Condition of batteries.
– Condition of fuses.
If these items are all OK, then consult your ! CAUTION Bulb
Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer.
Your truck operates on 48/80 volts.
Lens
Be sure to use the correct bulbs for replacement. 103159

1. Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position.

2. Remove the lens from the light by loosening
the screws.
3. Remove and replace the bulb.
Model Serial No. Voltage
FB16K
FB18K All models 48V
FB20KC
EFB8A-00001-up 48V
FB20K
EFB8B-00001-up 80V
EFB8A-50001-up 48V
FB25K
EFB8B-50001-up 80V
FB30K
All models 80V
FB35K
FB20K PAC
FB25K PAC
All models 80V
FB20K PAC
FB25K PAC

Specification
Description
48V models 80V models
Headlight 48V-45W 80V-55W
Working light 48V-45W 80V-55W

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◆ If Error Code Light Flickers or Flashes and the Forklift Truck Stop Moving
FC model
The error code light flashes and you The error code light starts flickering Properly sitting in the operator’s seat. The error code light and fault detec-
are unable to operate the truck. and you are unable to operate the tion indicator light flash.
truck. You are unable to
move the lift, tilt or
attachment control
lever.

104460 104461 104559 103172

Are you properly sitting in the opera- NO Is the emergency stop button in the
Is the direction lever in the neutral
position and/or the accelerator pedal tor’s seat? STOP (lock) position?
released?

104423

100752 104558 103173

NO
NO YES YES YES
Place the direction lever in the neutral Turn the emergency stop button to
position and/or release the accelerator TROUBLE the OPERATE (unlock) position.
pedal with sitting in the operator’s Turn the key
seat. switch to the
(OFF) position
Turn the key switch to the temporarily and
(OFF) position and consult your turn it to the I (ON)
Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer. position.
103174

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◆ The Mast and Attachments Malfunctions (FC model)

! WARNING

NEVER attempt to return the emergency

stop button to OPERATE (unlock) position
for operating the truck before an authorized
mechanic arrives on the spot.

101452

If the mast and attachments fail to stop moving when you let go of your hold on the control:
1. Push down on the emergency stop button as soon as possible.
2. Move the truck to a safe area, turn the key switch to the (OFF) position, and consult your Mitsubishi
forklift truck dealer.

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◆ Changing a Tire

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

– Make sure the replacement tire is of the

same size, type and load range.
– Use the tire recommended by MCFE.

! WARNING
101105 101107
– Consult your Mitsubishi forklift truck
DO NOT attempt to change the tire with the truck Stop raising the truck when the tire clears the dealer for proper tire changing proce-
loaded. Injury and/or damage may result. ground. DO NOT raise the truck more than neces- dure.
sary. – Changing of tire and adjustment proce-
dure must be made by a trained mechan-
ic or dealer personnel.
– Perform all maintenance in the factory
with proper equipment.
! WARNING ! WARNING

100832A 104364

BE SURE no one is on the truck when raising the DO NOT place any part of your body under the
front or rear tires. truck. SECURELY SUPPORT the side frames of
the truck with jack stands after jacking it up.

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Change the tire if its tread groove depth is less than

Wheel nut
5 mm (0.2 in.) or the mark shows the limit.

NOTICE: When changing tires, change them in

sets, even if only one of the tires is dam-
aged. If new and used tires are used on
the same axle, tilting of the mast and
rapid tire wear will result.
1. Park the truck on level ground with parking
brake applied and forks lowered. 103058
100828A

To Remove Wheel
1. Loosen the wheel nuts about two rotations
(8 nuts for 1 and 2 ton models and 6 nuts for 3 Other Method
ton models).
NOTICE: Only loosen the wheel nuts. DO
NOT remove them.
2. Position the jack under the truck at the specified
jacking point.
100830 3. Raise the truck by operating the jack until the
tire just clears the ground.
2. Prepare tools, jack, stands and wheel blocks.
Jack Capacities
3 tons (6700 lbf), To Raise Front Wheel
1 ton models minimum 100913

2 and 3 ton models 5 tons (12000 lbf), Position the jack under the frame and raise the front
minimum Tilt the mast all the way back, place blocks under
wheel.
the mast, and tilt the mast forward.
3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. Next, place the jack stand under the side frame to
Next, place the jack stands under the both side
support it.
frames to support them.

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To Raise Rear Wheel 4. Remove the wheel nuts (loosened in

3 ton models ➀
step 1).
Block the front wheels. 5. Firmly grip the wheel with both hands and
remove it from the truck. ➅ ➂

Wheel nut
➃ ➄

Countersink ➁ 103061A

2. Lower the truck by operating the jack until the

tire just touches the ground. Then tighten the
104560 wheel nuts in the sequence shown, in two or
three steps, to the specified torque.
Position the jack under the counterweight and raise 103060
the rear wheel. Tightening torques
Place the jack stand under the frame to support it. To Install Wheel
Unit: N·m (kgf·m) [lbf·ft]
1. Install the wheel and tighten the wheel nuts fin-
ger tight until their clamping surfaces come 1 and 2 Front 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6)
ton [115.7 ± 11.6]
into full-face contact with the countersinks in Rear
models
the rims.
NOTICE: Make sure the clamping surfaces of 378 ± 37.8 (38.5 ± 3.9)
Front
the wheel nuts and countersinks are 3 ton [278 ± 28]
free of dirt. models 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6)
Rear
[115.7 ± 11.6]

3. Raise the truck and remove the jack stand from

1 and 2 ton models ➀
the side frame.
100834A ➇ ➄ 4. Lower the truck to the ground and remove the
wheel blocks from the front wheels.
5. After tire replacement, drive the truck for a
! CAUTION ➃ ➂ while and check the wheel nuts for tightness.

Be careful NOT to strip the bolt threads when

removing the wheel. ➅ ➆
➁ 103061

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◆ Error Codes and Explanations

Error code with ( ) means flickering.
Contact your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer when the error code is displayed.

FB16K, FB18K, FB20KC, FB20K, FB25K, FB30K, FB35K

Error code Explanation Error code Explanation Error code Explanation

E0 Traction Motor Overheating 40 Line Contactor Fault E Direction Lever / Accelerator Faulty Setting

E2 Pump Motor Overheating 49 Pump Motor Circuit Open (E) Seat Switch Faulty Setting

E3 Traction Controller, Overheating 51 Accelerator Sensor Fault H1 Lift Lever Faulty Setting

E4 Traction Motor Brush Wear 52 Vehicle Speed Sensor FR Fault H2 Tilt Lever Faulty Setting

E6 Pump Motor Brush Wear 53 Vehicle Speed Sensor RE Fault H3 Attach1 Lever Faulty Setting

E7 Hydraulic Controller Overheating 54 FC Lever Fault H4 Attach2 Lever Faulty Setting

E8 Alarm Output Fault 55 FC Solenoid Fault H5 Attach3 Lever Faulty Setting

10 Traction Motor Armature Fault 60 Display Communication Fault (Lo) Battery Consumption Too Much

11 Traction IGBT Breaking 61 Traction EPROM Abnormality

12 Traction IGBT Short Circuit 62 Controller Communication Fault

13 Traction IGBT Driver Fault 65 Logic Board Initialize Failure

14 Traction Current Sensor Fault 66 Traction Controller Fault

15 Traction Motor Armature Over-current 67 Hydraulic EPROM Abnormality

16 Traction Motor Stall Timer 68 Battery Voltage Too Low

17 Traction Motor Field Fault 69 Battery Voltage Too High

18 Traction Motor Field Driver Fault 70 Hydraulic Controller Fault

19 Traction Motor Field Over-current 72 Contactor Coil Fault

30 Pump Motor Fault

31 Pump IGBT Breaking

32 Pump IGBT Short Circuit

33 Pump IGBT Drive Fault

34 Pump Motor Current Sensor Fault

35 Pump Motor Over-current

36 Traction Field Current Sensor Fault

Traction Motor (Drive Motor)

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FB20K PAC, FB25K PAC, FB30K PAC, FB35K PAC

Error code Explanation Error code Explanation

E0 Traction Motor Overheating 60 Display Communication Fault

E2 Pump Motor Overheating 61 EPROM Fault

E3 Traction Module Overheating 65 Logic Card Initialize Failure

E7 Pump Module Overheating 66 Controller Fault

10 Traction Motor Fault 68 Battery Voltage Too Low

11 Traction Motor Driver U Fault 72 Contactor Coil Fault

12 Traction Motor Driver V Fault 73 Capacitor Charge Fault

13 Traction Motor Driver W Fault E Direction Lever / Accelerator Faulty Setting

14 Traction Motor Current Sensor Fault (E) Seat Switch Faulty Setting

15 Traction Motor Over-current H1 Lift Lever Faulty Setting

16 Traction Stall Timer H2 Tilt Lever Faulty Setting

30 Pump Motor Fault H3 Attach1 Lever Faulty Setting

31 Pump Motor Driver U Fault H4 Attach2 Lever Faulty Setting

32 Pump Motor Driver V Fault H5 Attach3 Lever Faulty Setting

33 Pump Motor Driver W Fault (Lo) Battery Consumption Too Much

34 Pump Motor Current Sensor Fault

35 Pump Motor Over-current

40 Line Contactor Fault

51 Accelerator Sensor Fault

54 FC Lever Fault

55 FC Solenoid Fault

56 FC Solenoid Current Leak

57 Pump Motor Speed Sensor Fault

58 Traction Motor Speed Sensor Fault

Traction Motor (Drive Motor)

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◆ General

Taking proper care of your forklift truck is a vital

part of the overall planned maintenance program. ! WARNING ! WARNING
Your participation in this program will provide an
– Make sure the service area is safe. Lines, Tubes and Hoses
early warning to help identify potential maintenance
problems. – Park the truck on a level ground with the
forks lowered, parking brake applied, DO NOT bend or strike high pressure lines.
Do-it-yourself maintenance does not include
direction lever in NEUTRAL, the bat- DO NOT install bent or damaged lines, tubes
repairs. If your truck requires any repairs, consult
tery disconnected and the wheels or hoses.
your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer. The dealer’s
blocked. Repair loose or damaged oil lines, tubes or
forklift truck mechanics are well trained and know
how to safely make repairs. Service manuals are – Follow the recommended safety proce- hoses. Leaks can cause fires. Contact your
also available from your Mitsubishi forklift truck dures. dealer for repair or replacement.
dealer. – Use only the right tools for the job. Check lines, tubes and hoses carefully.
DO NOT use your bare hands to check for
leaks, use a board or cardboard. Tighten
connections to the recommended torque. If
Follow these rules to save you from injury and to any of the following is found on a part,
service your truck properly. replace the part.
– End fittings damaged or leaking.
– Outer covering chafed or cut and wire
reinforcing exposed.
– Outer covering ballooning locally.
– Evidence of kinked or crushed hose.
– Metal embedded in the outer cover.
– End fittings displaced.
Make sure all clamps, guards and heat
shields are installed correctly to reduce the
risk of vibration, rubbing against other
parts, and excessive heat during operation.

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◆ Inspection Precautions

A daily (Pre-Start) inspection is the key to safety. At

! WARNING ! CAUTION the beginning of each shift, check your forklift truck
to make sure it is in safe operating condition.
If it is necessary to make an inspection while – Avoid mixing lubricants. In some cases
Always inspect your truck under the following con-
the motor is running, ALWAYS USE TWO different brands of lubricants are not
ditions.
WORKERS — one, the operator, at the con- compatible with each other and deteriorate
trols and the other checking within visual when mixed. It is best to stick with the
contact of the operator. same brand at successive service intervals.
– Before refilling, clean filler holes. After
filling, clean up spills.
! WARNING – When inspecting the electrical system, be
–
–
Forklift truck level
Mast in vertical position
sure to disconnect the battery plug.
– Fork tips on ground
– Control levers in neutral
ER

– Parking brake applied

NG

op not

– Wheels blocked
DA

te
era
do

100879

If your truck requires any repair, attach a DO NOT

OPERATE or similar warning tag to the steering
wheel or other control, remove the key from the key
switch, and contact your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer.

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◆ Maintenance Schedule
• Daily (Pre-start) Inspection
As the operator, you are responsible for the performance of the daily (pre-start) 1 Maintenance problems found the day before
inspection. You are also responsible for those items listed under Every 50 Service
2 Oil or battery electrolyte leaks
Hours or Weekly, Whichever Comes First to keep your forklift truck in proper
working condition. 3 Tires
For periodic inspection and periodic change of rubber parts, however, rely on the 4 Wheel nuts
expert knowledge of the factory-trained servicemen, and the service facilities at your 5 Lights
Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer’s workshop. Walk around
6 Backrest extension
inspection
7 Forks
One month after delivery of a new truck 8 Assist grip
Every 500 service hours or 3 months,
whichever comes first (PAC) 9 Tilt cylinder socket bolts
Periodic inspection time intervals Every 1000 service hours or 6 months, 10 Overhead guard
whichever comes first
11 Brake fluid level
Every 2000 service hours or 1 year, whichever
comes first 12 Battery electrolyte level
With seat
13 Battery restraint
tipped
14 Hydraulic oil level
15 Seat adjustment and seat belt
16 Brake pedal
In seat check 17 Parking brake lever
18 Horn
19 Lights
20 Central vehicle monitoring system
Turn key to
I (ON) 21 Battery discharge indicator
position Steering wheel
22
23 Lift chains
Operating 24 Mast
check 25 Driving check
(drive motor, steering, service brakes)

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• Every 50 Service Hours or Weekly Whichever Comes First

Walk around
inspection 26 Bolts, nuts

With seat
tipped 27 Electrolyte specific gravity of battery

• One Month After Delivery of a New Truck

With seat
tipped 28 Change of hydraulic tank return oil filter

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◆ Daily (Pre-start) Inspection

1 Maintenance Problems Found the Day 3 Tires 4 Wheel Nuts
Before
Limit: 5 mm
(0.2 in.)

100678B 100680 101396

– Have repairs been made properly? Check the – Is the tread grove depth more than 5 mm – Are the wheel nuts tightened properly?
daily inspection sheet. (0.2 in.) when checked with a tire depth gauge?
Tightening Torques for Wheel Nuts
If not, replace the tire. And also replace the tire
when the mark shows the limit. Unit: N·m (kgf·m) [lbf·ft]

1 and 2 ton Front 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6)

models Rear [115.7 ± 11.6]

378 ± 37.8 (38.5 ± 3.9)

• Walk-Around Inspection Front
3 ton [278 ± 28]
2 Oil or Battery Electrolyte Leaks models 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6)
Rear
[115.7 ± 11.6]

101892A

Check under and around the truck for oil or battery

electrolyte leaks.

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5 Lights 7 Forks 9 Tilt Cylinder Socket Bolts

103229 101511 103420

– Are all the lights in safe working condition? – Are the forks free of distortion, cracks and other – Are the bolts tightened properly?
– Are their lenses clean and not defective? defects? Use a wrench.
– Are the stoppers properly engaged? NOTICE: After retightening the bolt, put a mark
across the bolt and tilt cylinder socket.
This permits you to easily notice loos-
ening of the bolt.

Tightening Torque for the Bolt

Unit:·N·m (kgf·m) [lbf·ft]
6 Backrest Extension 8 Assist Grip
157 to 182 (16 to 18.6) [115.8 to 134.2]

101400 102553

– Is the backrest extension free of distortion, Inspect, and if necessary, tighten the screws of the
cracks and other defects? assist grip.
Shake the backrest extension to check for
excessive rattles.

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10 Overhead Guard 11 Brake Fluid Level (Truck Level)

1. Check the brake fluid level at the reservoir.
! WARNING

If the brake fluid in the reservoir decreases

rapidly, the brake system is leaking. Correct
Have your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer level range
check the system.

101049

103063
– Is the overhead guard free of distortion, cracks
and other defects? ! CAUTION
2. Maintain the brake fluid level between the
Shake the overhead guard to check for loose Before refilling the reservoirs, clean the ports to MAX and MIN marks on the reservoir.
bolts. reduce the risk of dirt from getting inside the
reservoirs.
Adding Brake Fluid
1. Remove the reservoir cap.
2. Add brake fluid to the reservoir.
3. Put the reservoir cap back on.

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• With Seat Tipped 12 Battery Electrolyte Level

Adding water
! WARNING

Do not place metal objects or short across the

battery terminals. Spark could ignite gases.

Is the electrolyte level maintained between the

103049
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL specified
by the battery manufacturer? 101911
Open the battery cover.
1. Clean the top of the battery and open vent caps
(GS battery illustration) and add distilled water to all cells.
2. Stop adding water just when the white indicator
becomes visible.
Float
3. Set the vent caps and wipe the top of the battery
White line with a saturated cloth after filling.

! CAUTION

101909 101910 Observe the following precautions to prevent

fire or explosion:
Open the vent cap and check to see if the white line – Always maintain correct electrolyte level in
(indicator) on the float (amber) is visible. If the indi- all cells.
cator is not visible, the electrolyte level is low. Need – Make sure vent caps are tight after adding
to add distilled water. distilled water.
– A battery which has been in service for a
long period of time could lose electrolyte
suddenly. Replace such a battery earlier
than usual.

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Checking Specific Gravity (Weekly) 13 Battery Restraint

NOTICE: If the gravity reading is below 1.220,
1 ton models
charge the battery until the gravity read- Restraint bar
ing is 1.280.

Specific gravity
Thermometer
corrected to Battery condition
20°C (68°F)
101927 1.260 to 1.280 Fully charged
1.220 to 1.260 Three-fourths charged 103049A
Check the batteries for the state of charge weekly. (to be recharged)
Test the specific gravity of the battery electrolyte – Check the battery restraint.
Below 1.220 Completely discharged
with a hydrometer. Correct hydrometer reading is
(to be recharged and retested) – Make sure the front end of the restraint bar is
above 1.260 as corrected to 27°C (80°F) for the bat-
fixed to the frame.
teries of your lift trucks. In addition to the effect of
And also make sure the rear end of the restraint
the state of charge on the gravity, temperature also
changes the gravity. This effect is due to the fact ! CAUTION bar is fixed to the frame by the pin.
that, as a liquid cools, it becomes thicker and gains
gravity and, as a liquid warms, it becomes thinner If distilled water has to be added more often,
and loses gravity. Thus, temperature must be con- have your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer check 2 and 3 ton models
sidered when a gravity reading is taken. A correction the battery.
must be made if the temperature varies from the
20°C (68°F) standard. The minimum permissible
gravity reading is 1.220 at 20°C (68°F).

Restraint bar
103164

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14 Hydraulic Oil Level (Truck Level)

5. Check the hydraulic oil level.
! WARNING Corr
ect le
vel r
ange
Hot oil and components could cause serious
injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to 1 ton models
contact your skin.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only
after the hydraulic system has been stopped
and the cap is cool enough to remove with
your hands.
101406
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap slowly
to relieve pressure. 6. Maintain the correct level range.
103050 7. Put the dipstick and filler cap back on.

1. Operate the forklift truck for a few minutes to 8. Check for oil leaks.
warm the oil.
2 and 3 ton models
2. Park the forklift truck on a level surface, with
the forks lowered, parking brake applied, the
direction lever in NEUTRAL, the battery dis-
connected and the wheels blocked.
3. Open the battery cover.
4. Remove the filler cap and dipstick.

103165

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Adding Hydraulic Oil

! CAUTION 2 and 3 ton models

When adding hydraulic oil:

– Perform the work on level ground.
– Clean the filler hole to reduce the risk of
dirt from dropping into the tank.
– DO NOT overfill.
– Clean up spillage.
103167

1. Remove the filler cap and dipstick.

2. Add oil to the hydraulic tank.
For Hydraulic Oil, see the topic,
Recommended Lubricant and Brake
Fluid.

1 ton models

103051

3. After adding oil, make sure the oil level is in the

correct level range on the dipstick.

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• In Seat Check

15 Seat Adjustment and Seat Belt 16 Brake Pedal

101050 100700

– Can you depress the pedals all the way? – Is the pedal free-play correct?
NOTICE: For seat adjustment, see the topic,
Operator's Seat section of this manual. Correct Free-Play
Unit: mm (in.)

1 ton models 3 to 9 (0.12 to 0.35)

2 ton models 4 to 11 (0.16 to 0.43)
3 ton models 3 to 9 (0.12 to 0.35)

104274

– Is the seat belt in safe condition?

Replace the belt assembly if the belt is torn, cut,
or if the plate and/or buckle is defective.
Check the seat belt switch for operation.

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17 Parking Brake Lever 18 Horn

103057B 102749

– Can you pull the lever all the way with reason- – Does the horn sound properly when you
able effort? push the switch?
When the parking brake lever does not apply
correctly, consult your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer.

Lever Operating Effort

Unit: N·m (kgf·m) [lbf·ft]

245 to 294 (25 to 30) [55 to 66]

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19 Lights • Turn Key to I (ON) Position 21 Battery Discharge Indicator

(OFF)
l (ON)

104412 104405 104413

– Do working lights come ON properly when you Check the battery charge.
push the light switch? If the indicator elements decrease toward the left
side, change the battery.

20 Central Vehicle Monitoring System 22 Steering Wheel

Except PAC models

104549 104414

All action lights should light up for several seconds – Is the free-play 15 to 30 mm (0.6 to 1.2 in.) at
and then only the park brake light should remain on. the rim of the wheel?
If the action lights remain on, contact your – Is the wheel free from rattle?
Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer. Check by shaking the wheel up and down.

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• Operating Check Get on the truck.

Raise forks slightly. 23 Lift Chains 24 Mast

101416 102708 101014A

– Are the lift chains equal in tension? Check by – Does the mast move up and down smoothly
pushing the chains midway. when you operate the lift control lever?
– Are the chains properly lubricated? – Does the mast tilt forward and back smoothly
– Are they safe to operate? when you operate the tilt control lever?
– No oil leaks from the cylinders and hydraulic
lines?
Get off the truck.
! WARNING – Is the pump motor in good operating condition
without any abnormal noise?

101872A 100874

DON’T put your foot under the fork.

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Slowly drive truck in a safe area. Now, you are ready to move the truck.

25 Driving Check
! WARNING
– Is the drive motor in good operating condition
without any abnormal noise?
– Is the steering free from pulls to one side, steer-
ing kickback, wandering, hard steering and
other defects?
– Are all brakes applied properly — without
pulling, dragging, chattering, squealing?

100678B

Fill out a daily inspection sheet. Remember, the

complete performance of daily inspection is the
best insurance against serious injury and property
damage.
If your truck is equipped with an option, include its
inspection as recommended by its manual.
100714B

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◆ Every 50 Service Hours or Weekly, Whichever Comes First

You must read and understand the warnings and instructions contained in this manual before performing any operation or maintenance procedures.

• Walk-Around Inspection • With Seat Tipped

NOTICE: If the gravity reading is below 1.220,
26 Bolts, Nuts 27 Electrolyte Specific Gravity of Battery charge the battery until the gravity read-
ing is 1.280.
– Check, retighten when required.
Any loose bolts and nuts should be retightened.
Specific gravity
corrected to Battery condition
20°C (68°F)
Thermometer 1.260 to 1.280 Fully charged
1.220 to 1.260 Three-fourths charged
(to be recharged)
101927
Below 1.220 Completely discharged
Check the batteries for the state of charge weekly. (to be recharged and retested)
Test the specific gravity of the battery electrolyte
with a hydrometer. Correct hydrometer reading is

!
above 1.260 to 1.280 as corrected to 20°C (68°F) for
CAUTION
the batteries of your forklift trucks. In addition to
the effect of the state of charge on the gravity, tem-
If distilled water has to be added more often,
perature also changes the gravity. This effect is due
have your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer check
to the fact that, as a liquid cools, it becomes thicker
the battery.
and gains gravity and, as a liquid warms, it becomes
thinner and loses gravity. Thus, temperature must be
considered when a gravity reading is taken. A cor-
rection must be made if the temperature varies from
the 20°C (68°F) standard. The minimum permissi-
ble gravity reading is 1.220 at 20°C (68°F).

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◆ One Month After Delivery of a New Truck

You must read and understand the warnings and instructions contained in this manual before performing any operation or maintenance procedures.

• With Seat Tipped 1. Open the battery cover. 3. Remove the packing, plate and strainer ➀.
4. Remove the O-ring and return oil filter ➁.
28 Change of Hydraulic Tank Return Oil Discard the filter.
Filter 5. Replace the O-ring, if necessary.
6. Install a new filter and tighten the retaining
bolt.
! WARNING 7. Put the return pipe and hose back in place.
Hot oil and components could cause serious
injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to
contact your skin. 1 ton models
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only
103049
after the hydraulic system has been stopped
and the cap is cool enough to remove with 2. Remove the hose, return pipe and suction pipe.
your hands.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap slowly
to relieve pressure.

104455
Park the forklift on a level surface, with the forks
lowered, parking brake applied, the direction lever
in NEUTRAL, the battery disconnected and the 2 and 3 ton models
wheels blocked.

104561

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8. Wash the strainer in clean, nonflammable sol- 12. Maintain the correct level range on the dip-
vent. stick. Corr
ect le
9. Replace the packing and plate, if necessary. vel ra
nge
10. Put the strainer, suction pipe and hose back in 1 ton models
place.
11. Remove the filler cap. Check the oil level.

101406

13. Put the dipstick and filler cap back in place.

103050 14. Check for oil leaks.
15. Close the battery cover.

2 and 3 ton models

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◆ Lubrication and Maintenance Chart

1 ton models

CHECK LUBRICATE

Every 10 Hrs. or Daily Every 500 Hrs. or 3 Months Multipurpose-type grease

Oil leaks Transfer oil level Engine oil
Tires, wheel nuts Contactors Every 50 Hrs. or Weekly
Brake fluid level Motor brushes Mast support
Hydraulic oil level Every 500 Hrs. or 3 Months
Battery electrolyte level Mast strips, roller surfaces
Battery restraint (each side)
Mast, forks, lift chains Lift bracket side rollers
Seat belt and rails (each side)
CHANGE
Steering Lift chain (each side)
Service brakes Oil, fluid Tilt socket (each side)
Parking brake Filter
Accelerator pedal 1 month after delivery
Horn Hydraulic tank oil filter
Dash monitor
Every 1000 Hrs. or 6 Months
Transfer oil
Every 50 Hrs. or Weekly Rear axle center pin (Front, rear)
Hydraulic tank oil filter
Specific gravity of battery King pin (4 fittings)
Bolts, nuts Every 2000 Hrs. or 1 Year Tie rod pins (4 fittings)
Hydraulic oil
Brake fluid
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2 and 3 ton models

CHECK LUBRICATE

Every 10 Hrs. or Daily Every 500 Hrs. or 3 Months Multipurpose-type grease

Oil leaks Transfer oil level Engine oil
Tires, wheel nuts Contactors Every 50 Hrs. or Weekly
Brake fluid level Motor brushes Mast support
Hydraulic oil level Every 500 Hrs. or 3 Months
Battery electrolyte level Mast strips, roller surfaces
(each side)
Battery restraint
Mast, forks, lift chains Lift bracket side rollers
Seat belt and rails (each side)
CHANGE
Steering Lift chain (each side)
Service brakes Oil, fluid Tilt socket (each side)
Parking brake Filter
Accelerator pedal 1 month after delivery
Horn Hydraulic tank oil filter
Dash monitor Every 1000 Hrs. or 6 Months Tilt steering universal joint
Differential/transfer oil
Every 50 Hrs. or Weekly Rear axle center pin (Front, rear)
Hydraulic tank oil filter
Specific gravity of battery King pin (4 fittings)
Bolts, nuts Every 2000 Hrs. or 1 Year Tie rod pins (4 fittings)
Hydraulic oil
Brake fluid

103553A

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2 and 3 ton models for PAC

CHECK LUBRICATE

Every 10 Hrs. or Daily Every 500 Hrs. or 3 Months Multipurpose-type grease

Oil leaks Differential/transfer oil level Engine oil
Tires, wheel nuts Contactors Every 500 Hrs. or 3 Months
Brake fluid level Mast supports
Hydraulic oil level
Battery electrolyte level Mast strips, roller surfaces
(each side)
Battery restraint
Mast, forks, lift chains Lift bracket side rollers
Seat belt and rails (each side)
CHANGE
Steering Lift chain (each side)
Service brakes Oil, fluid Tilt socket (each side)
Parking brake Filter
Accelerator pedal
Horn Every 1000 Hrs. or 6 Months Tilt steering universal joint
Dash monitor Differential/ Transfer oil
Hydraulic tank oil filter
Rear axle center pin (Front, rear)
Every 50 Hrs. or Weekly
Specific gravity of battery Every 2000 Hrs. or 1 Year King pin (4 fittings)
Bolts, nuts Hydraulic oil Tie rod pins (4 fittings)
Brake fluid

103554A

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◆ Parts to be Changed Periodically

1 ton models

The following parts should be periodically changed as

noted below.
These parts are made of materials which will deteriorate
overtime. Further, it is difficult to determine visually 6
whether or not they are still in good condition. Changing
at proper intervals will reduce the chance of injury to the
operator and damage to the truck.

NOTICE: Periodic change of these parts is not covered

by Warranty.

5
Ref.
Parts to be changed Interval
No.
Rubber parts of brake 2000 service hours or 1 year,
4
1
master cylinder whichever comes first
Rubber parts of brake 2000 service hours or 1 year, 2
2
caliper cylinders whichever comes first
High-pressure hoses of 2000 to 4000 service hours or 1 to
3
hydraulic system 2 years, whichever comes first
103062
4000 service hours or 2 years, 1
4 Power steering hoses
whichever comes first 3
Inner rubber parts of the 4000 service hours or 2 years,
5
power steering cylinders whichever comes first
4000 to 8000 service hours or 2 to
6 Lift chains
4 years, whichever comes first

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2 and 3 ton models

The following parts should be periodically changed as

noted below.
These parts are made of materials which will deteriorate
overtime. Further, it is difficult to determine visually 6
whether or not they are still in good condition. Changing
at proper intervals will reduce the chance of injury to the
operator and damage to the truck.

NOTICE: Periodic change of these parts is not covered

by Warranty.

5
Ref.
Parts to be changed Interval
No.
Rubber parts of brake 2000 service hours or 1 year,
4
1
master cylinder whichever comes first
Rubber parts of brake 2000 service hours or 1 year, 1
2
wheel cylinders whichever comes first
High-pressure hoses of 2000 to 4000 service hours or 1 to
3
hydraulic system 2 years, whichever comes first
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4000 service hours or 2 years, 2
4 Power steering hoses
whichever comes first 3
Inner rubber parts of the 4000 service hours or 2 years,
5
power steering cylinders whichever comes first
4000 to 8000 service hours or 2 to
6 Lift chains
4 years, whichever comes first

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◆ Measurements and Refill Capacities — Approximate (Standard Models)

Truck model
FB16K FB18K FB20KC FB20K FB25K FB30K FB35K
Item
Battery voltage, V 48 48/80 80
Battery electrolyte gravity 1.28
Steering wheel free-play, mm 15 to 30 (0.6 to 1.2)
Brake pedal free-play, mm 3 to 9 (0.12 to 0.35) 4 to 11 (0.16 to 0.43) 3 to 9 (0.12 to 0.35)
Parking brake lever operating effort, 245 to 294 (25 to 30) [55 to 66]
N (kgf) [lbf]
Front tire 16x7-8 200/50-10 23x9-10 28x9-15 250-15
Tire size
Rear tire 16x6-8 18x7-8
378 ± 37.8 (38.5 ± 3.9)
Tightening torques for wheel Front tire 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6) [115.7 ± 11.6]
[278 ± 28]
nuts, N·m (kgf·m) [lbf·ft]
Rear tire 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6) [115.7 ± 11.6]
Lift chain length limit, mm (in.)/20 links 327 (12.87) 392 (15.43) 523 (20.61)
Transfer/differential, liter (U.S. gal) RH 1.86 (0.49), LH 1.09 (0.29) 8.5 (2.25)
Normal level: 13.1 (3.5) Normal level: 28.2 (7.45)
Hydraulic tank, liter (U.S. gal)
High level: 16.7 (4.4) High level: 30.0 (7.93)
Brake fluid reservoir, cc (cu in.) 99 (6.04)

◆ Rated Capacities and Vehicle Weights (Standard Models)

Truck model FB16K FB18K FB20KC FB20K FB25K FB30K FB35K

Item
Rated capacities, kgf (lbf)/500 mm 1600 (3000) 1800 (3500) 2000 (4000) 2000 (4000) 2500 (5000) 3000 (6000) 3500 (7000)
Vehicle weights, kgf (lbf), approx. 3190 (7030) 3280 (7230) 3470 (7650) 4160 (9170) 4380 (9660) 4940 (10890) 5380 (11860)
(including battery)

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◆ Measurements and Refill Capacities – Approximate for PAC

Truck model
FB20K PAC FB25K PAC FB30K PAC FB35K PAC
Item
Battery voltage, V 80
Battery electrolyte gravity 1.28
Steering wheel free-play, mm 15 to 30 (0.6 to 1.2)
Brake pedal free-play, mm 4 to 11 (0.16 to 0.43) 3 to 9 (0.12 to 0.35)
Parking brake lever operating effort, N (kgf) [lbf] 245 to 294 (25 to 30) [55 to 66]
Front tire 23x9-10 28x9-15 250-15
Tire size
Rear tire 18x7-8
Tightening torques for wheel Front tire 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6) [115.7 ± 11.6] 378 ± 37.8 (38.5 ± 3.9) [278 ± 28]
nuts, N·m (kgf·m) [lbf·ft] Rear tire 156.9 ± 15.7 (16 ± 1.6) [115.7 ± 11.6]
Lift chain length limit, mm (in.)/20 links 392 (15.43) 523 (20.61)
Transfer/differential, liter (U.S. gal) 8.5 (2.25)
Normal level: 28.2 (7.45)
Hydraulic tank, liter (U.S. gal)
High level: 30.0 (7.93)
Brake fluid reservoir, cc (cu in.) 99 (6.04)

◆ Rated Capacities and Vehicle Weights for PAC

Truck model FB20K PAC FB25K PAC FB30K PAC FB35K PAC
Item
Rated capacities, kgf (lbf)/500 mm 2000 (4000) 2500 (5000) 3000 (6000) 3500 (7000)
Vehicle weights, kgf (lbf), approx.
4160 (9170) 4380 (9660) 4940 (10890) 5380 (11860)
(including battery)

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◆ Recommended Lubricants and Brake Fluid

Recommendation for ambient temperatures, °C (°F)

Lubricants/brake fluid Specification -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30
(-22) (-4) (14) (32) (50) (68) (86)
| | | | | | |
Transfer oil API service classification CD SAE 10W
Hydraulic oil API service classification CD SAE 5W SAE 10W
Brake fluid F.M.V.S.S. No.116 — DOT3 or DOT4 (SAE J1703)
Wheel bearings NLGI. No.2 grade multipurpose type (lithium base), consistency: 265 to 295
Grease
Chassis NLGI. No.1 grade multipurpose type (lithium base), consistency: 310 to 340

NOTICE: Avoid mixing lubricants. In some cases, different brands of lubricants are not compatible with each other and deteriorate
when mixed. It is best to stick with the same brand at successive service intervals.
NOTICE: For refill capacities and measurements, see Measurements and Refill Capacities — Approximate (Standard Models).
NOTICE: For lubricants for the steering actuator and steering gear, consult your Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer.

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◆ The Importance of Genuine Parts
The dealers and the owners are urged to use ONLY
Genuine Parts to maintain forklift trucks in a safe
and efficient operating condition.

Safe and efficient operation of your forklift truck

could be endangered by the use of inferior parts. In
most cases, imitations sold as cheap parts invariably
could mean short life and high cost.

101112M

Genuine parts give safe and reliable performance.

! CAUTION

The use of other than genuine parts could cause

damage not covered by your Mitsubishi Forklift
Trucks warranty.

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◆ Instructions for Ordering Parts

When ordering parts, or when asking your

Mitsubishi forklift truck dealer to have your truck
repaired, be sure to provide the TRUCK SERIAL
NUMBER.

Manufacturer’s Name Plate

Each forklift truck has a name plate. It tells you the:

Truck serial number.
Truck model designation.

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SERVICE REGISTRATION

Truck model, Serial No. Motor model, Serial No.

Mast model, Serial No. Attachment model, Serial No.

Delivering Name
dealer

Address

Delivery date

Fill out this sheet for your ready reference.

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Manufacturer’s model designation FB16K FB18K FB20KC FB20K FB25K FB30K FB35K
Dimensions
Mast tilt, forward/backward α/β (°) 6/7 6/7 6/7 6/8 6/8 6/8 6/8
Height with mast lowered h1 (mm) 2105 2105 2105 2200 2200 2250 2260
Standard free lift h2 (mm) 115 115 115 100 100 100 100
Standard lift height h3 (mm) 3265 3265 3265 3300 3300 3270 3300
Overall height with mast raised h4 (mm) 4332 4332 4332 4355 4355 4325 4355
Height to top of overhead guard h6 (mm) 2040 2040 2040 2200 2200 2250 2260
Seat height h7 (mm) 1005 1005 1005 1105 1105 1155 1165
Tow coupling height h10 (mm) 412 412 412 415 415 415 415
Overall length l1 (mm) 2984 2984 3098 3319 3344 3592 3647
Length to fork face (includes fork thickness) l2 (mm) 2064 2064 2178 2249 2274 2522 2577
Overall width b1/b2 (mm) 1070 1070 1130 1190 1190 1230 1230
Forks dimensions (thickness, width, length) s,e,l (mm) 35x100x920 35x100x920 35x100x920 40x110x1070 40x110x1070 45x125x1070 45x125x1070
Fork carriage to DIN 15 173 A/B/no 2A 2A 2A 2A 2A 3A 3A
Fork carriage width b3 (mm) 920 920 920 1024 1024 1024 1024
Ground clearance under mast, with load m1 (mm) 75 75 75 110 110 117 117
Ground clearance center of wheelbase, with load m2 (mm) 100 100 100 120 120 130 130
Working aisle width with 1000x1200 mm pallets Ast (mm) 3386 3386 3497 3576 3596 3870 3920
Working aisle width with 800x1200 mm pallets Ast (mm) 3186 3186 3297 3376 3396 3670 3720
Turning circle radius Wa (mm) 1810 1810 1910 1950 1970 2180 2230
Load distance x (mm) 376 376 387 426 426 490 490
Wheel base y (mm) 1360 1360 1463 1520 1520 1690 1690
Distance between centerline of tires, front b10 (mm) 913 913 935 990 990 990 990
Distance between centerline of tires, rear b11 (mm) 898 898 898 898 898 898 898
Minimum distance between centers of rotation b13 (mm) 563 563 563 507 507 555 555
Performance
Travel speed, with/without load km/h 14.0/16.0 14.0/16.0 14.0/16.0 16.0/16.4 16.0/16.4 16.0/16.4 16.0/16.4
Lifting speed, with/without load m/s 0.40/0.60 0.39/0.60 0.38/0.60 0.40/0.60 0.38/0.60 0.34/0.54 0.28/0.45
Lowering speed, with/without load m/s 0.52/0.50 0.52/0.50 0.52/0.50 0.50/0.50 0.50/0.50 0.50/0.50 0.50/0.50
Rated drawbar pull, with/without load (60 min short duty) N 2570/2855 2505/2820 2320/2640 3813/4183 3657/4135 3938/4517 3745/4419
Maximum drawbar pull, with/without load (5 min short duty) N 6030/6110 5980/6320 5745/6030 8047/8416 7891/8369 8596/9176 8418/9102
Gradeability, with load % 12.6 11.9 11.0 7.6 6.6 6.1 5.3
Gradeability, without load % 21.4 19.8 18.0 12.1 11.5 11.1 10.0
Maximum gradeability, with/without load (5 min., 1.6 km/h) % 17.3/27.7 16/26.3 15/23.6 17.1/26.7 15.1/25.3 14.2/24.5 12.5/22.3
Acceleration time, with/without load (0-10m) sec 5.4/4.5 5.5/4.6 5.7/4.7 4.9/4.3 5.2/4.5 5.2/4.6 5.4/4.6
Service brakes (mechanical/hydraulic/electric/pneumatic) mech./hydr. mech./hydr. mech./hydr. mech./hydr. mech./hydr. mech./hydr. mech./hydr.
Electric motors
Drive motor capacity (60 min. short duty) kW 2x4.5 2x4.5 2x4.5 12 12 12 12
Lift motor output @ 15% duty factor (Hydraulic motor) kW 11.5 11.5 11.5 15 15 15 15
Battery to DIN 43531/35/36 A/B/C/no no no no 43536A 43536A 43536A 43536A
48/1050 48/1050
Battery voltage/capacity at 5-hour discharge V/Ah 48/600 48/600 48/720 80/750 80/750
80/600 80/600
Battery weight kg 865 865 1000 1385 1385 1872 1872
Energy consumption according to VDI cycle kWh/h

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For PAC
Manufacturer’s model designation FB20K PAC FB25K PAC FB30K PAC FB35K PAC
Dimensions
Mast tilt, forward/backward α/β (°) 6/8 6/8 6/8 6/8
Height with mast lowered h1 (mm) 2200 2200 2250 2260
Standard free lift h2 (mm) 100 100 100 100
Standard lift height h3 (mm) 3300 3300 3270 3300
Overall height with mast raised h4 (mm) 4355 4355 4325 4355
Height to top of overhead guard h6 (mm) 2200 2200 2250 2260
Seat height h7 (mm) 1105 1105 1155 1165
Tow coupling height h10 (mm) 415 415 415 415
Overall length l1 (mm) 3319 3344 3592 3647
Length to fork face (includes fork thickness) l2 (mm) 2249 2274 2522 2577
Overall width b1/b2 (mm) 1190 1190 1230 1230
Forks dimensions (thickness, width, length) s,e,l (mm) 40x110x1070 40x110x1070 45x125x1070 45x125x1070
Fork carriage to DIN 15 173 A/B/no 2A 2A 3A 3A
Fork carriage width b3 (mm) 1024 1024 1024 1024
Ground clearance under mast, with load m1 (mm) 110 110 117 117
Ground clearance center of wheelbase, with load m2 (mm) 120 120 130 130
Working aisle width with 1000x1200 mm pallets Ast (mm) 3576 3596 3870 3920
Working aisle width with 800x1200 mm pallets Ast (mm) 3376 3396 3670 3720
Turning circle radius Wa (mm) 1950 1970 2180 2230
Load distance x (mm) 426 426 490 490
Wheel base y (mm) 1520 1520 1690 1690
Distance between centerline of tires, front b10 (mm) 990 990 990 990
Distance between centerline of tires, rear b11 (mm) 898 898 898 898
Minimum distance between centers of rotation b13 (mm) 507 507 555 555
Performance
Travel speed, with/without load km/h 20.0/20.0 20.0/20.0 20.0/20.0 16.5/18.0
Lifting speed, with/without load m/s 0.55/0.65 0.50/0.65 0.45/0.60 0.40/0.55
Lowering speed, with/without load m/s 0.50/0.50 0.50/0.50 0.50/0.50 0.50/0.50
Rated drawbar pull, with/without load (60 min short duty) N 8600/8850 8400/8900 7500/8050 7300/8000
Maximum drawbar pull, with/without load (5 min short duty) N 12650/12750 12200/12700 11000/11600 10800/11500
Gradeability, with load % 18.7 16.5 12.7 11.1
Gradeability, without load % 29.4 27.9 22.1 20.1
Maximum gradeability, with/without load (5 min., 1.6 km/h) % 20.9/32.9 18.5/31.1 14.2/24.6 12.5/22.4
Acceleration time, with/without load (0-10m) sec 4.1/3.6 4.3/3.7 5.1/4.5 5.2/4.6
Service brakes (mechanical/hydraulic/electric/pneumatic) hyd. hyd. hyd. hyd.
Electric motors
Drive motor capacity (60 min. short duty) kW 14.5 14.5 14.5 14.5
Lift motor output @ 15% duty factor (Hydraulic motor) kW 20 20 20 20
Battery to DIN 43531/35/36 A/B/C/no 43536A 43536A 43536A 43536A
Battery voltage/capacity at 5-hour discharge V/Ah 80/600 80/600 80/750 80/750
Battery weight kg 1385 1385 1872 1872
Energy consumption according to VDI cycle kWh/h

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• Noise Level
All models: Max.70 dB (A)
Noise level is a combination of the values for the operating modes “DRIVE”, “LIFT” and “IDLE” weighted with
proportion factor and is made in accordance with EN12053, 2001 and EN-ISO4871, 1996. If improper or worn
tires are used or if the floor is deformed or damaged, the noise level may become worse.

• Vibration Level
1 ton models (FB16K, 18K, 20KC): less than 1.1 m/s2.
2 ton models (FB20K, 25K): less than 1.2 m/s2.
3 ton models (FB30K, 35K): less than 1.2 m/s2.
2 ton models (FB20K PAC, 25K PAC): less than 1.2 m/s2.
3 ton models (FB30K PAC, 35K PAC): less than 1.2 m/s2.
Vibration level is made in accordance with EN13059, 2002.

• Climatic Conditions
Use the truck at temperatures of -10 to +35°C, in relative humidity of 30 to 95% and altitudes of lower than
1000 m. When the truck is to be used in climatic conditions over extremes, consult your Mitsubishi forklift truck
dealer.

Ast = Wa + x + l6 + a 104566

Ast = Working aisle width with load

a = Safety clearance (200 mm)
l6 = Pallet length (800 or 1000 mm)
b12 = Pallet width (1200 mm)
h1 Height w/mast lowered h5 Full free lift
h2 Standard free lift Q Lifting capacity, rated load
h3 Standard lift height c Load centre (distance)
h4 Height with mast raised
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Mast Performance and Capacity

FB16K·FB18K·FB20KC FB20K·FB25K FB16K FB18K FB20KC FB20K FB25K

Mast h3 h1 h4 h2/h5 h3 h1 h4 h2/h5 Q@ Q@ Q@ Q@ Q@

Type mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm c = 500mm c=500mm c=500mm c=500mm c=500mm
2000 1460 3045 115 – 2000 1495 3055 100 – 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
2560 1740 3605 115 – 2570 1790 3625 100 – 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
2760 1840 3805 115 – — — — — 1600 1800 2000 – –
3000 1960 4045 115 – 3000 1995 4055 100 – 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
3290 2105 4335 115 – 3300 2145 4355 100 – 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
3530 2225 4575 115 – 3540 2265 4595 100 – 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
Simplex
3720 2365 4745 115 – 3740 2410 4795 100 – 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
4090 2550 5135 115 – 4100 2590 5155 100 – 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
4480 2755 5525 115 – 4500 2800 5555 100 – 1600 1775 2000 2000 2475
5000 3015 6045 115 – 5000 3050 6055 100 – 1600 1700 2000 2000 2400
5500 3265 6545 115 – 5500 3300 6555 100 – 1550 1650 1850 1975 2300
6000 3515 7045 115 – 6000 3550 7055 100 – 1100 1275 1600 1700 18500
2800 1860 3845 – 815 2820 1905 3875 – 850 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
3000 1960 4045 – 915 3000 1995 4055 – 940 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
3295 2105 4340 – 1060 3300 2145 4355 – 1090 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
Duplex
3515 2225 4560 – 1180 3530 2265 4585 – 1210 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
3700 2365 4745 – 1320 3700 2410 4755 – 1355 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
4030 2550 5075 – 1550 4020 2590 5075 – 1535 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
3710 1760 4755 – 715 3730 1805 4785 – 750 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
4010 1860 5055 – 815 4030 1905 5085 – 850 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
4310 1960 5355 – 915 4300 1995 5355 – 940 1600 1800 2000 2000 2500
4750 2105 5795 – 1060 4750 2145 5805 – 1090 1550 1725 1950 2000 2400
Triplex 5090 2225 6135 – 1180 5060 2265 6115 – 1210 1500 1675 1900 2000 2325
5490 2365 6535 – 1320 5500 2410 6555 – 1355 1400 1625 1850 1950 2250
5990 2550 7035 – 1505 5990 2590 7045 – 1535 1100 1300 1600 1850 2075
6490 2810 7535 – 1765 6500 2850 7555 – 1795 775 950 1300 1525 1675
7000 3015 8045 – 1970 7000 3050 8055 – 1995 500 675 1000 1200 1350

Battery Compartment FB16K FB18K FB20KC FB20K FB25K

Length (min) mm 521 624 624 708 708
Width (min) mm 1006 1006 1006 1025 1025
Height (min) mm 650 650 650 769 769
Minimum weight kg 865 865 1000 1385 1385

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FB30K FB35K FB30K FB35K

Mast h3 h1 h4 h2/h5 h3 h1 h4 h2/h5 Q@ Q@

Type mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm c=500mm c=500mm
2000 1520 3055 100 – 2000 1635 3055 100 – 3000 3500
2560 1800 3615 100 – 2570 1940 3625 100 – 3000 3500
2750 — — — 2750 — — — — —
3030 2035 4085 100 – 3000 2180 4055 100 – 3000 3500
3270 2155 4325 100 – 3300 2300 4355 100 – 3000 3500
3510 2275 4565 100 – 3530 2445 4585 100 – 3000 3500
Simplex 3700 2420 4755 100 – 3720 2510 4775 100 – 3000 3500
4000 2600 5055 100 – 4000 2765 5055 100 – 3000 3500
4500 2860 5555 100 – 4500 3010 5555 100 – 2900 3425
5000 3110 6055 100 – 5000 3260 6055 100 – 2800 3300
5500 3360 6555 100 – 5500 3510 6555 100 – 2700 3200
6000 3625 7055 100 – 6000 3760 7055 100 – 2600 2875
2770 1915 3825 – 860 2760 2060 3815 – 1005 2000 3500
3000 2035 4055 – 980 3010 2180 4065 – 1125 3000 3500
3520 2155 4305 – 1100 3300 2300 4355 – 1245 3000 3500
Duplex
3490 2275 4545 – 1220 3500 2445 4555 – 1390 3000 3500
3700 2420 4755 – 1365 3720 2625 4775 – 1570 3000 3500
4010 2600 5065 – 1545 4000 2765 5055 – 1710 3000 3500
3690 1815 4745 – 760 3730 1940 4785 – 885 3000 3500
3990 1915 5045 – 860 4010 2060 5065 – 1005 3000 3500
4320 2035 5375 – 980 4390 2180 5445 – 1125 2900 3425
4700 2155 5755 – 1100 4700 2300 5755 – 1245 2825 3350
Triplex 5060 2275 6115 – 1200 5030 2445 6085 – 1390 2750 3275
5450 2420 6505 – 1365 5580 2625 6635 – 1570 2675 3150
5970 2600 7025 – 1545 6000 2765 7055 – 1710 2575 3050
6470 2860 7525 – 1805 6510 2940 7565 – 1885 2475 2725
7000 3060 5055 – 2005 7000 3135 8055 – 2080 2325 2100

Battery Compartment FB30K·FB35K

Length (min) mm 769
Width (min) mm 1025
Height (min) mm 852
Minimum weight kg 1872

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FB20K-PAC·FB25K-PAC FB30K-PAC FB35K-PAC FB20K-PAC FB25K-PAC FB30K-PAC FB35K-PAC

Mast h3 h1 h4 h2/h5 h3 h1 h4 h2/h5 h3 h1 h4 h2/h5 Q@ Q@ Q@ Q@

Type mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm c=500mm c=500mm c=500mm c=500mm
2000 1490 3055 100 – 2000 1520 3055 100 – 2000 1650 3055 100 – 2000 2500 3000 3500
2570 1785 3625 100 – 2560 1800 3615 100 – 2570 1940 3625 100 – 2000 2500 3000 3500
2750 — — — 2750 — — — 2750 — — — — — — —
3000 1990 4055 100 – 3030 2035 4085 100 – 3000 2180 4055 100 – 2000 2500 3000 3500
3300 2140 4355 100 – 3270 2155 4325 100 – 3300 2300 4355 100 – 2000 2500 3000 3500
3540 2260 4595 100 – 3510 2275 4565 100 – 3530 2445 4585 100 – 2000 2500 3000 3500
Simplex 3740 2405 4795 100 – 3700 2420 4755 100 – 3700 2510 4775 100 – 2000 2500 3000 3500
4100 2585 5155 100 – 4000 2600 5055 100 – 4000 2765 5055 100 – 2000 2500 3000 3500
4500 2795 5555 100 – 4500 2860 5555 100 – 4500 3010 5555 100 – 2000 2475 2900 3425
5000 3045 6055 100 – 5000 3110 6055 100 – 5000 3260 6055 100 – 2000 2400 2800 3300
5500 3295 6555 100 – 5500 3360 6555 100 – 5500 3510 6555 100 – 1975 2300 2700 3200
6000 3545 7055 100 – 6000 3625 7055 100 – 6000 3760 7055 100 – 1700 1850 2600 2875
2820 1905 3875 – 850 2760 1915 3825 – 860 2760 2060 3815 – 1005 2000 2500 3000 3500
3000 1995 4055 – 940 3000 2035 4055 – 980 3010 2180 4065 – 1125 2000 2500 3000 3500
3300 2145 4355 – 1090 3250 2155 4305 – 1100 3300 2300 4355 – 1245 2000 2500 3000 3500
Duplex
3530 2265 4585 – 1210 3490 2275 4545 – 1220 3500 2445 4555 – 1390 2000 2500 3000 3500
3700 2410 4755 – 1355 3700 2420 4755 – 1365 3720 2625 4775 – 1570 2000 2500 3000 3500
4020 2590 5075 – 1535 4010 2600 5065 – 1545 4000 2765 5055 – 1710 2000 2500 3000 3500
3730 1805 4785 – 750 3690 1815 4745 – 760 3730 1940 4785 – 885 2000 2500 3000 3500
4030 1905 5085 – 850 3990 1915 5045 – 860 4010 2060 5065 – 1005 2000 2500 3000 3500
4300 1995 5355 – 940 4320 2035 5375 – 980 4390 2180 5445 – 1125 2000 2500 2900 3425
4750 2145 5805 – 1090 4700 2155 5755 – 1100 4700 2300 5755 – 1245 2000 2400 2825 3350
Triplex 5060 2265 6115 – 1210 5060 2275 6115 – 1200 5030 2445 6085 – 1390 2000 2325 2750 3275
5500 2410 6555 – 1355 5450 2420 6505 – 1365 5580 2625 6635 – 1570 1950 2250 2675 3150
5990 2590 7045 – 1535 5970 2600 7025 – 1545 6000 2765 7055 – 1710 1850 2075 2575 3050
6500 2850 7555 – 1795 6470 2860 7525 – 1805 6510 2940 7565 – 1885 1525 1675 2475 2725
7000 3050 8055 – 1995 7000 3060 8055 –– 2005 7000 3135 8055 – 2080 1200 1350 2325 2100

Battery Compartment FB20K-PAC FB25K-PAC FB30K-PAC FB35K-PAC

Length (min) mm 708 708 769 769
Width (min) mm 1025 1025 1025 1025
Height (min) mm 769 769 852 852
Minimum weight kg 1385 1385 1872 1872

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A Controls, Position Correctly ........................................................................12
Accelerator Pedal .......................................................................34, 35, 37, 38 Counterweight, Allowing for Swing Distance.............................................69
Appendix.............................................................................................127-132
Approved Area, Operate In..........................................................................10 D
Assist Grip, Use of .................................................................................11, 54 Daily (Pre-start) Inspection.................................................................101-112
Auto-Light Switch for PAC .........................................................................44 Damage or Faults, Found the Day Before .................................................101
Decals, Warning..........................................................................................2-5
B Direction Lever .................................................................................34-38, 40
Battery Cover ...............................................................................................55 Direction of Travel, Always Look In...........................................................14
Battery Discharge Indicator (BDI) ..............................................................45 Drawbar Pin .................................................................................................54
Battery Precautions ........................................................................................8 Dress, Proper..................................................................................................6
Battery Restraint ........................................................................................105
Battery, Check Electrolyte Level ...............................................................104 E
Before Operating Forklift Truck.............................................................10-13 Electrical Components, Major................................................................27-30
Brake Fluid Level Indicator.........................................................................46 Emergency Stop Button (FC Model) ...........................................................41
Brake Pedal.................................................................................34, 35, 37, 38 Empty Forklift Truck, Stability of ...............................................................15
Brake Pedal, Check....................................................................................108 Error Code and Explanations..................................................................95-96
Brakes, Service, Adding Brake Fluid ........................................................103 Error Code Display ......................................................................................47
Brakes, Service, Check Fluid Level ..........................................................103 Error Code Light Flickers/Flashes...............................................................90
Every 50 Service Hours or Weekly, Whichever Comes First....................113
C
Capacity Chart .............................................................................................59 F
Capacity, Rated, Changes In ........................................................................19 Fault Detection Indicator .............................................................................46
Capacity, Rated, Stay Within .......................................................................19 Fire Hazards ...................................................................................................6
Capacity, Rated, (Weight and Load Center) ................................................58 Floor Capacity, Be Aware of........................................................................10
Center of Gravity .........................................................................................57 Fork Locking Pins........................................................................................53
Central Vehicle Monitoring System .......................................................45-48 Forklift Truck Shuts Down Suddenly ..........................................................88
Central Vehicle Monitoring System Does Not Come On............................89 Forklift Truck Stability Base........................................................................58
Changing Direction ......................................................................................68 Forklift Truck Stability, Know What It Is....................................................57
Changing Forks ............................................................................................53 Forklift Truck, At the End of Each Shift .....................................................85
Changing Speed ...........................................................................................68 Forklift Truck, Before Operating .................................................................67
Clock, Set Time............................................................................................48 Forklift Truck, Before Starting ...............................................................64-66
Compartment, Operator’s, Cleanliness of......................................................9 Forklift Truck, Break-In of New..................................................................64
Compartment, Operator’s, Components of ................................34, 35, 37, 38 Forklift Truck, Damaged, Defective or Unsafe .............................................9
Console Box (Instrument Panel)............................................................42, 43 Forklift Truck, Do Not Modify......................................................................9
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Forklift Truck, Keeping People Clear..........................................................20 Horseplay and Stunt driving, Refrain From ................................................14
Forklift Truck, Know Your .....................................................................24-56 Hour Meter and Time Display ...............................................................45, 48
Forklift Truck, Leaving (FC Model)............................................................72 How To Use This Manual..............................................................................ii
Forklift Truck, Long Term Storage..............................................................85 Hydraulic Oil, Adding................................................................................107
Forklift Truck, Model View....................................................................24-26 Hydraulic Oil Level (Truck Level)............................................................106
Forklift Truck, Move Safely ........................................................................12 Hydraulic Tank Oil Level/Filler Hole..........................................................56
Forklift Truck, Operate Properly .................................................................15
Forklift Truck, Operation........................................................................67-69 I
Forklift Truck, Parking (After Stopping).....................................................71 Index ...................................................................................................133-136
Forklift Truck, Safe Operating Condition................................................8, 13 Inspection Precautions .................................................................................98
Forklift Truck, Safety On Grades When Empty ..........................................16
Forklift Truck, Safety On Grades When Loaded.........................................16
Forklift Truck, Safety When Passing...........................................................14 K
Forklift Truck, Shipping ..............................................................................87 Key Switch...................................................................................................42
Forklift Truck, Stability is............................................................................57
Forklift Truck, Stay Within Confines ..........................................................10 L
Forklift Truck, Stopping...............................................................................70 Leaks, Oil, Check.......................................................................................101
Forklift Truck, Unloading.......................................................................81-82 LED Section.................................................................................................45
Forks, Check ..............................................................................................102 Lift Chains, Check .....................................................................................111
Forks, Changing ...........................................................................................53 Lift Control Lever...................................................................................34-40
Forks, Checking Locking Pins Engagement................................................11 Lift, Tilt and Attachment Control System (FC Model)..........................31-33
Forks, Do Not Abuse ...................................................................................20 Lighting Switch............................................................................................42
Forks, Extending Beyond Load ...................................................................22 Lights, When To Use....................................................................................11
Forks, Safety When Raised..........................................................................22 Lights, Burn Out ..........................................................................................89
Forks, Use Properly .....................................................................................19 Loading, Avoid Off-Center ..........................................................................12
Foreword .........................................................................................................i Loads, Approaching at Safe Speed ..............................................................19
Fuses.............................................................................................................88 Loads, Do Not Allow Others to Hold, on Truck .........................................13
Loads, Handling ...........................................................................................18
G Loads, Unsecured.........................................................................................20
General Precautions .......................................................................................6 Load, Handling Safely .................................................................................74
Genuine Parts, Importance Of ...................................................................124 Load, Inching Into and Lifting.....................................................................79
Load, Stacking Methods ..............................................................................73
H Load, Traveling with....................................................................................80
Horn Switch................................................................................34, 35, 37, 38 Load, Unloading .....................................................................................81-82
Horn, Check ...............................................................................................109 Lubricants and Brake Fluid, Recommended .............................................123
Lubrication and Maintenance Chart ...................................................116-118
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M Parking Brake Lever...................................................................34, 35, 37, 38

Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................99 Parking Brake Lever, Check ......................................................................109
Maintenance, General ..................................................................................97 Parking, How to ...............................................................................23, 71, 72
Mast and Attachments Malfunctions (FC Model) .......................................91 Parking, in Authorized Areas .......................................................................23
Mast, Check................................................................................................111 Parking, on a Grade .....................................................................................23
Measurements and Refill Capacities – Parts to be Changed Periodically ...............................................................119
Approximate (Standard Models)...........................................................121 Parts, Ordering Instructions .......................................................................125
Approximate for PAC ...........................................................................122 People, Unauthorized, Do Not Allow ..........................................................20
Model View ............................................................................................24-26 Power Reduction Mode ...............................................................................48
Motor Brush Wear Indicator ........................................................................46
R
N Rated Capacity (Weight and Load Center)..................................................58
Name Plate, Manufacturer’s ......................................................................125 Rated Capacities and Vehicle Weights (Standard Models)........................121
Rated Capacities and Vehicle Weights for PAC ........................................122
O Reverse, Travel ............................................................................................15
Riders, Do Not Allow ..................................................................................13
One Month After Delivery of a New Truck...............................................114 Remaining Battery Charge Warning Light ..................................................46
Operating Controls (FC Model) .............................................................37-41
Operating Controls (MC Model) ............................................................34-36 S
Operating Steps, Correct and Flickering/Flashing.......................................75
Operating Steps, Incorrect .....................................................................76-78 Safety Equipment.........................................................................................53
Operating Precautions.............................................................................13-15 Safety Rules for Forklift Truck Operators................................................1-23
Operating Techniques .............................................................................73-84 Safety Rules, General Precautions .............................................................6-9
Operation ................................................................................................64-72 Seat Belt .................................................................................................51, 52
Operation on Grades ....................................................................................16 Seat, Adjust Before Operation ...............................................................12, 66
Operator Be Alert...........................................................................................6 Seat Adjustment and Seat Belt, Check ......................................................108
Operator, Authorized, Trained .......................................................................6 Seat, Operator’s Adjustment ........................................................................49
Operator’s Seat.......................................................................................49, 50 Service Data........................................................................................121-123
Ordering Parts, Instructions .......................................................................125 Service Registration ...................................................................................126
Overhead Clearance .....................................................................................10 Service Indicator ..........................................................................................46
Overhead Guard, Check.............................................................................103 Signals and Traffic Rules, Know All .............................................................7
Overheating Alert.........................................................................................46 Speed Indicator ............................................................................................45
Stability and Center of Gravity ..............................................................57-58
P Stacking Methods.........................................................................................73
Pallets, Damaged, Do Not Use ....................................................................19 Steep Slope, Driving on ...............................................................................16
Parking Brake Warning Light ......................................................................46 Steering Column, Adjust before Operation .................................................12

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Steering Tilt Lever .......................................................................................43 U

Steering Wheel, Check...............................................................................110 Unsafe Forklift Truck, Do Not Operate.........................................................9
Steering (Turning) ..................................................................................17, 69
Steering (Turning) Precautions ....................................................................17 V
Stopping on a Grade ....................................................................................83
Stopping/Parking Precautions ......................................................................23 Vehicle Monitoring System, Central ......................................................45-48
Vehicle Speed Display ...........................................................................45, 48
T
W
Table of Contents ......................................................................................iii-v Warning Decals...........................................................................................2-5
Tilt Control Lever ...................................................................................34-40 Wheel Nuts, Check-Tighten.......................................................................101
Tilt Steering Column Lock/Unlock Lever ...................................................42 Working on Grades ......................................................................................83
Tipover, Avoid, Do’s and Don’t..............................................................60-62 Working Precautions...............................................................................18-22
Tipover, Avoid on a Grade or Ramp............................................................17
Tipovers, Be Alert for ............................................................................17, 18
Tipover, How to Avoid, Survive.............................................................57-63
Tipover, How to Survive..............................................................................63
Tire, Changing ........................................................................................92-94
Tire, Inspect-Check ....................................................................................101
Traffic Rules and Warning Signs, Obey ......................................................13
Traveling on a Grade ...................................................................................83
Traveling, See Where You are Going ..........................................................14
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................88-96

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